CT scanning

Definition

CT scanning, also known as computed tomography, is a medical imaging technique that uses X-rays to create detailed images of the inside of the body. It provides cross-sectional views of the brain or other body parts.

Related terms

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging):

A medical imaging technique that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to generate detailed images of organs and tissues.

PET (Positron Emission Tomography): A nuclear medicine imaging technique that involves injecting a small amount of radioactive material into the body to visualize metabolic activity.

fMRI (Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging):

A type of MRI that measures brain activity by detecting changes in blood flow.