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it uses nuclear fusion-I don't think so!! It uses electrical energy to move the magnetic fields around in order to scan the subject. Nuclear fusion is not used for any purpose on earth except H-bombs
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How is helium use by hospitals?
for MRI machine
What do you use heavy water for?
Moderator in some types (e.g. Candu) of nuclear reactor to slow high energy fission neutrons to thermal energies.In small quantities it can be used for MRI contrast.It can be used to slow chemical reactions in water solution.etc.
What are not likely to be affected by a magnet?
Organic materials such as plants and animals are almost unaffected by a magnet. In fact, one of the most powerful magnets you are ever likely to see is the electromagnet of a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machine.
What type of scans give the most high quality images of the soft tissues of the brain?
MRI
Why doesn't the iron get pulled out of your blood when you get an MRI?
The iron in your blood is so microscopic, it is not affected by the magnetic fields of the MRI.
When doing MRI can a person check his heart?
Actually, if you have a pacemaker you can never get in a mri machine.....the best exam to check your heart would be a nuclear exam or even an echocardiogram
How big is a MRI machine?
an MRI machine is as tall as your tallest friend and as fat as your fattest friend. none of the sites i went on had the actual dimensions.
Where can a person buy a MRI machine?
An average person cannot buy an MRI machine, as they are reserved for medical purposes. If one was to find an MRI machine for sale, it would be very expensive to buy.
What is MRI in doctors language?
Doctors call MRI, MRI! There's no other term for it. It stands for 'Magnetic Resonance Imaging'. It used to be called NMR 'nuclear magnetic resonance' but the name was changed because people didn't like the idea of a 'nuclear' machine - although it's got absolutely nothing to do with bombs or radiation... just the same word used for a different thing.
Can an MRI machine explode?
Yes.
Does MRI machines need maintenance?
A MRI machine may need maintenance. When the machine gets so old it can cause it to break.
What is the name of a machine in which the magnetic field is provided by an electromagnet?
MRI machine
How is helium use by hospitals?
for MRI machine
Will my head be out of the MRI for an MRI of my tibia?
If the MRI technologist positions you with your leg going into the magnet (the MRI machine) then your head would be out of it. Call the facility where you are scheduled to have the MRI and ask to speak with the MRI technologist and they can fully explain to you exactly how you will be positioned.
What types of magnets are used in a MRI machine?
Electromagnets
Can an MRI identify tumour growth correctly if the increase in appearance of the size is smaller than the resolution of the machine?
Yes, if the increase in tumor size is smaller than the resolution of the MRI machine, it may be challenging for the MRI to accurately identify the growth.
What is an mri tech practice test for?
The mri practice test is designed to ensure understanding of proper use and techniques of the mri. It is simply to weed out the people who should not use the machine.
