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Neuroimaging techniques Flashcards

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CT scans

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This provides information about the
structure of the brain
. Computerised axial tomography

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MRI scans

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
More sensitive and clear than a CT
Can distinguish between brain tissue
structure

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fMRI scans

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Functional magnetic resonance imaging
Colour images are displayed on a screen in real time showing the function of the brain.
measures oxygen consumption

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PET scans

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Positron Emission Tomography
less detail than fMRI
Produces colour images showing brain structure, activity and function (working brain) by injecting a glucose solution

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