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Such materials are used in certain types of x-ray examinations; in bowel examinations, the barium enema is radiopaque, and will produce a contrast (shadow) on the film.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Impenetrable to x-rays or other forms of radiation.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Radiopaque is a term used to characterize objects capable of obstructing radiation, notably X-rays and gamma rays. Since numerous body tissues are radiolucent (nearly transparent to X-rays), certain X-ray imaging methods mandate the inclusion of radiopaque substances into the body to enhance the distinct visibility of organs.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Any material that prevents the transmission of X-rays.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Relatively less penetrable by electromagnetic radiation; In radiography, radiopaque materials appear light or white on the exposed radiograph. 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