(MRI) of the body uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to produce detailed pictures of the inside of your body. It may be used to help diagnose or monitor treatment for a variety of conditions within the chest, abdomen and pelvis. If you're pregnant, body MRI may be used to safely monitor your baby.
A CT can see inside the heart and other parts of the body. CT scan will image areas that cannot be seen on regular x-ray examinations. CT makes it possible to diagnose certain diseases earlier and more accurately than with other imaging tools. Because most diseases are better treated when found early, CT scans can help save lives.
Diagnostic X-ray, or radiography, is a special method for taking pictures of areas inside the body. A machine focuses a small amount of radiation on the area of the body to be examined. X-rays pass through the body, creating an image on film or computer display. The equipment, staff, and steps involved are different for each type of diagnostic X-ray procedure.
