Question & AnswerQ&A (PRC BOARD OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY Resolution NO. 06, S. OF 2007)
X-ray technology, as a branch of radiology, deals with the technical application of x-rays as aid in the diagnosis of diseases and injuries in diagnostic radiography and mammography only.
Radiologic technology covers the technical application of radiation such as x-rays, beta rays, gamma rays, ultrasound, and radio frequency rays in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. This includes diagnostic radiography, CT scan, MRI, nuclear medicine, mammography, interventional radiography, and radiotherapy.
Yes, a Radiologic Technologist can practice X-ray Technology because the scope of radiologic technology covers that of X-ray technology.
No, an X-ray Technologist is not allowed to practice Radiologic Technology beyond their limited scope, which is restricted to x-ray technology only.
Both professionals can render services in photochemistry, darkroom procedures, and film analysis as part of their competency areas.
They may be subjected to disciplinary actions including revocation or suspension of their certificate of registration and criminal penalties such as fines or imprisonment or both, under Section 26 (Penal Provision) of R.A. No. 7431.
Republic Act No. 7431, known as the Radiologic Technology Act of 1992, governs their practice.
It took effect thirty (30) days after its full and complete publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines.
The resolution was issued to define and delineate clearly the practice of X-ray Technology from that of Radiologic Technology to address overlapping or encroachment issues among practicing technologists.