NUCC taxonomy code
Vascular Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular
246XC2903X
IndividualTechnologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
- Grouping
- Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
- Classification
- Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular
- Specialization
- Vascular Specialist
Definition
A vascular technologist, also known as a vascular sonographer, creates images of blood vessels and collects data that help physicians diagnose disorders affecting blood flow. Vascular technologists often evaluate blood flow and identify blocked arteries or blood clots.
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