Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI

Question 1

Which biblical approach?

Answer 1

Brain imaging techniques

Question 2

What is brain imaging techniques

Answer 2

A harmless alternative to invasive procedures while trying to understand the brain.

Question 3

What is a magnetic resonance imaging scna

Answer 3

A scanner that produces no x-rays and gives a high resolution three dimensional image of the brain structure. When energy pulses are detected by . the scanner, the relative distribution of hydrogen atoms in the brain can be mapped.

Question 4

What are the advantages

Answer 4

• Allows non invasive procedures to take place
• Allows non-exposure to radiation and therefore reduces risk of radiation induced cancer
• MRI has better resolution so it is helpful for detecting abnormalities in soft tissue such as the brain

Question 5

What are the disadvantages

Answer 5

• People with metal in their bodies cannot go inside because the MRI is a large magnetic field and can result in death of the patient.
• It is an issue for people with clausterphobia because the patient has to stay in a narrow tube with a loud noise for several minutes
• It is also an issue for small children because the patient must stay in the same position for a long time, and children can be very restless.
• Very expensive
• The high resolution can detect abnormalities that are not related to the symptoms of the patient.