In terms of application, linear tomography is used to view parts of the body that have uniform absorption for x-rays (the abdomen is a clear example). It is applied in nephrotomography, which is linear tomography of the kidneys with a relatively large tomographic angle. It basically blurs out any organ blocking the kidneys. Linear tomography is also applied in IVP. The major disadvantage of linear tomography or tomography for that matter is increased patient dose.