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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a test that produces very clear pictures, or images, of the human body without the use of x-rays. MRI uses a large magnet, radio waves and a computer to produce these images as [[http:// | Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a test that produces very clear pictures, or images, of the human body without the use of x-rays. MRI uses a large magnet, radio waves and a computer to produce these images as [[http:// | ||
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Xrays are very subjective in interpretation. It is best to get the original radiographer' | Xrays are very subjective in interpretation. It is best to get the original radiographer' | ||
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Risk is not only from radiation exposure, but may arise from dyes used, depending on individual sensitivity, | Risk is not only from radiation exposure, but may arise from dyes used, depending on individual sensitivity, |