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Yes and no. PET scans can detect the deterioration of brain cells such as in Alzheimer's Disease, etc. PET scans can also show that the 2 chemicals in the brain are not balanced and therefore can cause a person to become depressed (many different forms of depression) but it is up to a psychiatrist to determine what type of depression the person has.
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What procedures are used in diagnosing thyroid disorders?
Sonograms and computed tomography scans (CT scans ) help to determine the size of the thyroid gland and location of abnormalities. A nuclear medicine scan may be used to assess thyroid function
For what reason would a body scan be given?
Full body scans, also known as CT scans, or computed tomography scans, are generally done on individuals that have no symptoms or suspicions of disease. They are marketed as a preventative healthcare measure, but some healthcare officials advise against them.
How do you study specimen?
first see if you can identify its type. then see if you san exract dna. check its age by using carbon-14 scans.
What imaging studies are done to diagnose movement disorders?
Imaging techniques include computed tomography scan (CT scan ), positron emission tomography (PET) , or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans
What is scan sampling?
Scan Sampling is a systematic observation technique in which one scans the group being studied at intervals and records how many individuals are preforming the behavior of interest.
How is echinococcus diagnosed?
CT Scans - MRI Scans
how to identify examples of multiple factor identification?
user presents an identification card and undergoes retina scanning a technician logs into the building with a token, presents a password, and scans his fingerprints
What 2 Major types of CT scans are performed?
CT scans with contrast, and CT scans without contrast.
How do you find brain damage?
several ways - CAT scans, PET scans, ECG scans...check it up with ur doctor
Do ct-scans and cat-scans mean the same thing?
Yes.
What are the internal factors that infleunce consumer behavior?
factors ( conditions, trends, and forces that is inside or controlled of the organizational members. Internal environmental scans are conducted to identify important factors in the internal environment.
What metal is used in hospital scans?
Barium sulphate is used in hospital scans to show the digestive system. It is very important in CT scans.
