Section 3Sec./Art. 3

Definition of Terms.- As used in this Act, the following terms shall mean:

a. "X-ray technology" is an auxiliary branch of radiology which deals with the technical application of x-rays as aid in the diagnosis of diseases and injuries;

b. "Radiologic technology" is an auxiliary branch of radiology which deals with the technical application of radiation, such as x-rays, beta rays, gamma rays, ultra sound and radio frequency rays, in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases;

c. "X-ray technologist" is a bona fide holder of a certificate of registration for x-ray technology issued by the Board of Radiologic Technology in accordance with this Act;

d. "Radiologic technologist" is a bona fide holder of a certificate of registration for radiologic technology issued by the Board of Radiologic Technology in accordance with this Act;

e. "Radiology" is a branch of medical science which deals with the use of radiation in the diagnosis, treatment and research of diseases;

f. "Radiologist" is a licensed physician who specializes in the diagnosis or treatment of diseases with the use of radiation;

g. "Medical physicist" is a physicist who specializes in the application of the principles and techniques of physics in medicine;

h. "Board" refers to the Board of Radiologic Technology; and

i. "Commission, refers to the Professional Regulation Commission created under Presidential Decree Numbered Two hundred and twenty-three.