The lungs are the most frequent site of radiographic examination.
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While technologists do not diagnose patients, they are the first healthcare professionals to see the internal manifestations of disease. Recognizing pathological changes allows a technologist to adjust technical factors, such as kilovoltage (kVp) and milliampere-seconds (mAs), to ensure that the pathology is clearly visible. For instance, additive diseases like pneumonia increase tissue density, requiring an increase in technical factors. Conversely, destructive diseases like emphysema decrease tissue density, necessitating a reduction in exposure. Common Pathological Classifications The lungs are the most frequent site of