Electron beam tomography, as used in the Virtual Physical and Virtual Colonoscopy, does not expose the patient to radiation

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE
Explanation: It does expose the patient to radiation because it is performed in conjunction with a CT scan to create an image and that involves x-rays.

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