The MRI Scan Obtains an Image of the Brain by Using

question 57

Multiple Choice

The MRI scan obtains an image of the brain by using

• A)electrode patches placed on the skull.
• B)magnetic fields.
• C)x-rays.
• D)radioactive glucose.

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Definitions:

Calcium Levels

The concentration of calcium ions (Ca2+) in the body, critical for various physiological processes, including bone formation, muscle function, and signal transduction.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that works to raise blood glucose levels by stimulating the breakdown of glycogen in the liver.

Glycogen

A complex carbohydrate stored in the liver and muscles of animals, serving as a primary form of energy storage.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into tissues.