Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

radiolucent

adjective

ˌreɪ.dioʊˈluː.sənt

Definition

Allowing the passage of X-rays or other radiation.

Examples

The radiolucent areas on the X-ray suggested the presence of air in the abdominal cavity.
In dental radiography, the radiolucent regions indicate spaces without significant mineral content, such as cavities.

Meaning

Radiolucent refers to materials that permit radiation to pass through them. This term is commonly used in medical imaging, particularly in relation to X-rays, to describe areas that appear darker on the X-ray film because they do not absorb the radiation as much.