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My Spine Explained
What is an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan?
This scan is performed with magnetism. A very large magnet aligns and
realigns the molecules of the body and a computer then interprets the signals
that are received and converts them into images. These images are really very
clear and all the tissues in the body can be seen in great detail. As with CT
scans, contrast can be used to give greater detail to blood vessels and also to
indicate inflammation and cancer.
Since this technology works with a large magnet, patient