What Modifier Would Be Appended If the Technologist Was Only

question 22

Multiple Choice

What modifier would be appended if the technologist was only able to obtain one view of the ankle instead of two which is indicated in code 73600?

• A) -53
• B) -52
• C) -32
• D) No modifier is needed

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Definitions:

Developing Follicle

A developing follicle is a fluid-filled sac in the ovary that contains a maturing egg. It releases the egg during ovulation in the menstrual cycle.

Progesterone

A steroid hormone involved in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and embryogenesis of humans and other species.

Estrogens

Female sex hormones produced by the ovary; promote the development and maintenance of female reproductive structures and of secondary sex characteristics.

Prolactin

A hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates milk production after childbirth and affects many other functions in the body, including metabolism, immune system regulation, and water and electrolyte balance.