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CT Scan is the short form of Computed Tomography, also known as CAT scans. In this technique, the patients are exposed to higher radiation levels compared to most of other imaging techniques.
CT Scan technology involves the use of an X-ray generating device that rotates around the patient's body. These powerful beams are picked up by an array of detectors and used by a computer to generate a three-dimensional view of a body region.
Experts agree that when used correctly, such scans can save lives. However, according to some estimates, the radiation exposure a patient receives from a full-body CT scan is often 500 times that of a conventional X-ray and about the same as that received by people living 2.4 kilometres away from the centres of the World War II atomic blasts in Japan.
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Related URLs:
http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn11827-ct-scan-radiation-can-equal-nuclear-bomb-exposure-.html
http://www.radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm?PG=bodyct
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By Gipson Edappazham
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 15y agoNo, magnetism. Powerful magnetic fields fom about 0.5Tesla to 1.5Tesla for the majority of MRI systems in hospitals. Greater field strengths are used mainly for research.
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How much radiation does MRI emit?
There is no ionising radiation (e.g. X-rays) used in an MRI scan. It utilises radio-waves and a strong magnetic field but no radiation.
Can an MRI make you sterile?
No, the amount of radiation in an MRI is too minimal to cause sterility.
How is regulation irmer applied in mri department?
The IR in IRMER stands for Ionising Radiation to which the regulation relates. MRI does not employ Ionising radiation so as far as I am aware the regulation doesn't apply to MRI.
How much radiation is emitted from a MRI scan?
None. By radiation, we're referring to ionizing radiation, or radiation with high enough energy to cause molecular damage, or possibly DNA damage. Radiation therapy, CT scan, Nuclear scans and X-rays all use ionizing radiation. MRI uses magnetic fields to induce electric currents, and employs radiofrequeny waves ( a type of electromagnetic radiation) that is not ionizing radiation. It is a form of energy, and thus metal objects, and even metal in tattoos can heat up and cause burns.
Is it safe to have another MRI after six months?
MRI Magnetic Resonance Imaging. An MRI does not use dangerous radiation like an X-ray does. It is just a powerful magnetic field that (so far) hasn't been associated with any deliberating effect.
Why are MRI's preferable to X-ray images?
MRI's work by magnets, not radiation. There is no exposure to radiation involved so therefore it's safer for the patient and lower risks are involved.
What jobs can I get as a radiation technician?
Jobs that you can get as a radiation technician are CT scanner, MRI, Ultrasound, Radiation therapy, Nuclear medicine, mammography, and Radiation Technology.
Why is an MRI better than a mammogram?
it produces better images of soft tissues - apex
Is there raideaction in a mri?
If you mean "radiation" then the answer is yes. Electromagnetic radiation in the radiofrequency spectrum. Note that this differs from x rays in that it is not damaging to the tissues.
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.
What rays are given off with an MRI?
An MRI scanner emits radio waves whilst it is scanning and utilises a strong magnetic field. It does not emit any ionising radiation like X-rays.
If someone has more than one MRI scan would you use MRIs or MRI's?
MRIs == ==
