Brain Imaging Techniques –
X-ray, CT, MRI, fMRI, DWI, DTI
Study Guide
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What is the primary purpose of brain imaging?
To measure volume, size, and location of brain structures and connectivity.
What imaging technique uses X-ray radiation to create a 2D image?
X-ray
What does a CT scan stand for?
Computerized Tomography Scan
When was the CT scan developed?
1983
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