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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine in a hospital.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be used to detect things an x-ray can’t. MRI can look for disease, bleeding, Parkinson’s Disease and head injuries. We can use MRI to image water movement in the brain, and learn more about disorders such as dyslexia or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

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Published: 21 July 2007Size: 1.28 MB
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