ultrafast CT

electron beam tomography (EBT),

computed tomography in which the circular motion of the x-ray tube is replaced by rapid electronic positioning of the cathode ray around a circular anode, allowing full scans in tens of milliseconds. Synonym(s): ultrafast CT

ultrafast CT

Imatron Imaging A CT imager that captures images in microsecs vs secs for conventional CT; the ↑ in speed eliminates the artifacts created by organ movement, making UCT ideal for evaluating coronary artery disease and other forms of heart disease. See Computer tomography.