The primary health concern associated with the Computed Transaxial Tomography scan is that:
A)it does not provide as much spatial resolution as the MRI.
B)it requires penetrating radiation.
C)it requires the use of a contrast agent.
D)acute headaches are commonly reported.

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The primary health concern associated with Computed Transaxial Tomography (CT) scan is that it requires penetrating radiation. CT scans use ionizing radiation, which may increase the risk of developing cancer over time. While the risk is small, repeated scans can add up to a significant risk. However, the benefits of using a CT scan generally outweigh the potential risks.

The Primary Health Concern Associated with the Computed Transaxial Tomography