Asked by Leonardo Caldera on Jul 04, 2024
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Alisa is directed by her neurologist to have a test that will measure the magnetic fields created by the electricity of the neurons in her brain. Which of the following tests will Alisa be most likely to have?
A) MRI
B) SQUID
C) fMRI
D) PET scan
SQUID
A device used in physics and medical imaging that measures extremely subtle magnetic fields, short for Superconducting Quantum Interference Device.
Magnetic Fields
Invisible fields that exert a force on particles that are electrically charged or are magnetically polarized, extending from magnetic objects.
Neurons
Dedicated cells in the nervous system whose function is to communicate information to other nerve cells, muscle tissue, or glands.
- Comprehend the range of methods and technological advancements used in neuroscience research and their intended uses.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the range of methods and technological advancements used in neuroscience research and their intended uses.
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