MRI is a type of imaging technology that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within the body.
Think of an MRI like a super-powered camera. Just as a camera captures images of visible light, an MRI captures 'images' of magnetic fields. It's like having X-ray vision that can see through your skin and bones to capture pictures of your internal organs.
Functional MRI (fMRI): This is a type of MRI that measures brain activity by detecting changes associated with blood flow.
T1 and T2 Relaxation: These are specific types of MRIs used to differentiate between fat, water, and other substances in the body.
Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI): This is another type of MRI that tracks the movement of water molecules within tissue to image bundles of nerve fibers.
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