Preferred Label : Radio Frequency;
NCIt related terms : radio wave;
NCIt definition : An electromagnetic wave frequency between audio and infrared.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A type of wave made when an electric field and a magnetic field are combined.
Radio waves are being studied in the treatment of several types of cancer and other
conditions. The radio waves are sent through needles inserted into tumor tissue and
may kill cancer cells. Radio waves are also used in MRI to create detailed images
of areas inside the body.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000651209;
Origin ID : C70832;
UMLS CUI : C2347883;
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