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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique used to visualize detailed internal structures of the body, utilizing powerful magnets and radio waves to generate images of organs and tissues. Unlike X-rays, it does not involve exposure to ionizing radiation.

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