Best Radiologic & Ultrasound Technology Books of 2026

The Lange Q & A Radiography Examination 12e is an updated resource for those preparing to take the ARRT® Radiography Exam. With over 1,400 practice questions and detailed explanations for both correct and incorrect answers, this book is highly recommended for those seeking to pass the exam. Additionally, it includes score-boosting tips and three practice exams, including an online option. The four-color design, enhanced by x-ray images, helps to clarify key areas. This book is a valuable tool for anyone in the Radiologic and Ultrasound Technology field.

Mosby's Exam Review for Computed Tomography, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive study guide and review for the ARRT CT exam. It covers patient care, safety, imaging procedures, and CT image production in an easy-to-follow outline format. The book includes three 160-question mock exams, and an online test bank of 700 questions that can be randomly accessed for unlimited variations. The book also provides rationales for correct and incorrect answers, and online study aids. The latest dose-related guidelines and technological advances in the field of Computed Tomography are thoroughly discussed. The book is highly recommended for anyone preparing for the ARRT CT exam.

Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Radiography: The Complete Study Guide & Career Planner, 8th Edition is an all-in-one review that helps readers pass the ARRT certification exam. The book provides a complete outline-style review of the major subject areas covered on the exam, followed by a set of questions testing readers' knowledge of that subject area. What makes this book unique is that it includes more than 1,400 online review questions that can be randomly combined to generate a virtually limitless number of practice exams. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for radiography students and professionals alike.

Examination Review for Ultrasound: Abdomen and Obstetrics & Gynecology is a comprehensive guide that focuses only on the information needed to excel in the ARDMS and ARRT certification exams. The book features an online exam simulator with hundreds of registry-style questions, making it easier for readers to prepare for the exams. With more than 1,000 sonographic images and diagrams and pathology coverage in each chapter, readers can gain a deeper understanding of anatomy and the physiologic principles crucial to optimal sonographic practice. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to pass the ARDMS and ARRT certification exams.

Bontrager’s Handbook of Radiographic Positioning and Techniques is a practical and portable reference guide that provides on-the-spot guidance for radiographic positioning. The 10th edition contains 217 projections with bulleted instructions and photos of properly positioned patients, making it easy for students to safely and confidently perform radiographic studies. The book also includes suggested techniques and critique points to help students evaluate their own radiographs. With updated content and new images reflecting the latest digital technology, this book is an essential tool for anyone in the field of radiologic and ultrasound technology.

Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures is an essential reference for radiography students and practitioners. The 15th edition provides comprehensive coverage of anatomy and positioning with guidelines for both common and unique projections. The book also includes information on special imaging modalities like CT, MRI, and radiation therapy. Written by highly regarded educators, Merrill's Atlas prepares readers for the ARRT exam and provides diagnostic-quality radiographs for each projection. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for perfecting positioning skills and producing accurate radiographs.

Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography, 15th Edition is an essential handbook for medical imaging professionals. The book provides clear instructions on how to position patients and body parts for more than 150 radiography projections. Each projection includes information on patient position, part position, central ray angulation, collimation, KVp values, a diagnostic-quality radiograph, and an exposure technique chart. The book also includes compensating filter information and abbreviations for quick reference. The updated digital radiographs and full-color design make it an excellent resource for improving overall image quality. Highly recommended for radiologic and ultrasound technology professionals.

The Radiography PREP (Program Review and Exam Preparation), Ninth Edition is a comprehensive study package designed to help readers excel on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam. The book includes illustrations, images, comprehension check questions, chapter review questions, and a complete practice test. It also features the wisdom and experience of a teacher with nearly four decades of experience. The Ninth Edition is updated to reflect changes to the ARRT Content Specifications released in 2016 and implemented in January 2017. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone studying radiography and preparing for the ARRT certification exam.

Introduction to Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care, 8th Edition is a comprehensive guide that covers the imaging sciences and patient care skills required for clinical practice. It adheres to the relevant standards set by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Curriculum Guide and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Task List for certification examinations. The book includes updates on current digital imaging and instrumentation, making it an essential resource for anyone studying radiologic sciences or patient care. With its strong pedagogy, step-by-step procedures, and comprehensive coverage, this book is an excellent resource for both certification preparation and professional development.

Bontrager's Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 10th Edition, is a comprehensive guide for entry-level practitioners focusing on nearly 200 commonly requested projections. The book's layout, with one projection per page, makes it easy to visualize anatomy and master positioning. Radiographic overlays identify key landmarks, and clinical indications explain pathologies most likely to be encountered during procedures. The book also includes evaluation criteria for each radiographic image and considerations for pediatric, geriatric, and bariatric patients. Updated photographs demonstrate the latest digital technology used in radiography. Overall, this book is an essential resource for radiologic and ultrasound technologists.