MRI Flashcards
1
Q
How does an mri generate images
A
Through magnetic fields and radio waves
2
Q
Positives to using an mri
A
Scans soft tissue, shows abnormal body water, non invasive, can be noisy but ear protection can be offered
3
Q
Limitations of using an mri
A
MRI can take a long time, more expensive, claustrophobia, reactions to contrast agents, can sometimes damage metal devices implanted in the body
4
Q
What can ionising radiation do to the body
A
Cause a range of conditions and damage white blood cells and stem cells
