Neuroimaging

Question 1

Neuroimaging for Brain Structure

Answer 1

CAT scan
MRI
Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI)
Angiogram

Question 2

Neuroimaging for Brain Function

Answer 2

PET
fMRI
EEG
Electrical Stimulation

Question 3

CAT Scan

Answer 3

X ray brain for structure

Assess: tumors, stroke, degenerative diseases

Question 4

MRI

Answer 4

Radio frequencies for structure

Assess: blood vessels & demyelination of axons

Question 5

Diffusion Tensor Imaging

Answer 5

• Provides images of white matter, structure

* Assess: direction info is traveling

Question 6

Angiogram

Answer 6

Inject dye & X-Ray for structure Provides images of circulatory system

Question 7

PET Scan

Answer 7

Radioactive substance in brain for function

Detect seizures, language processes

Question 8

fMRI

Answer 8

Changes in oxygen metabolism

for function while engaging in tasks

Question 9

Electro encephalo gram

Answer 9

Evaluates electrical patterns in the brain for function

Assess: seizures, sleep disorders

Question 10

Electrical Stimulation

Answer 10

Electrical current through brain to map brain function (e.g., language)

Question 11

Staining of Neurons

Answer 11

Golgi Stains

Nissl Stains

Question 12

Golgi Stains

Answer 12

Only one or two cells seen

Provide specific info about cells & its processes