In biology, an adaptation, also called an adaptive trait, is a trait with a current functional role in the life of an organism that is maintained and evolved by means of natural selection. Adaptation refers to both the current state of being adapted and to the dynamic evolutionary process that leads to the adaptation.
Computed Tomography Angiogram (CT Angiogram). Guide. A computed tomography angiogram (CT angiogram) is a test that uses X-rays to provide detailed pictures of the heart and the blood vessels that go to the heart, lung, brain, kidneys, head, neck, legs, and arms.
In a coronary angiogram, the catheter is usually first placed in the artery in your groin or wrist. Right heart catheterization. This procedure checks the pressure and blood flow in the right side of your heart. For this procedure, the catheter is inserted in the vein in your neck or groin. The catheter has special sensors in it to measure the pressure and blood flow in your heart. Heart biopsy.