Body Part - Misc
HYPERDENSE
Appears bright (white) on CT. This can help Radiologists characterize the abnormality on CT.
HYPERECHOIC
Appears bright (white) on ultrasound. This can help Radiologists characterize the abnormality on ultrasound.
HYPEREMIA
High or increased blood flow. Can be seen with multiple conditions including infection, inflammation, cancer, etc.
HYPERINTENSE
An MRI term used to describe organ tissue that is bright. Often the term is followed by the sequence used. For example, your report may state “hyperintense T2 signal” which means that the tissue looks bright on T2 sequences.
HYPERPLASIA
Something that is growing faster or bigger than normal.
HYPOATTENUATING
Appears dark on CT. This can help Radiologists characterize the abnormality on CT.
HYPODENSE
Appears dark on CT. This can help Radiologists characterize the abnormality on CT.
HYPOECHOIC
Appears dark on ultrasound. This can help Radiologists characterize the abnormality on ultrasound.
HYPOINTENSE
An MRI term used to describe organ tissue that looks dark rather than bright. Often the term is followed by the sequence used. For example, your report may state “hypointense T2 signal”. This means that the tissue looks dark on T2 sequences.
INFARCT
Death of tissue/ bone. Often from lack of oxygen supply.
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