2.2.5 Brain scans (non experimental) Flashcards

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what are brain scans?

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imaging techniques that allow doctors and researchers to view activity or problems in the brain without invasive neurosurgery

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what are the two types of brain scan?

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functional

structural

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what is a structural brain scan?

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provides still images giving a detailed 3D or cross sectional image of the brain

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what are some examples of structural scans?

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CAT scans

MRI scans

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what is a functional brain scan?

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provides dynamic images giving moving coloured images of brain activity levels in different parts of the brain

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what are some examples of functional scans?

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PET scans, FMRI scans, MEG scans

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