Scans and Brain Tissues Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is tissue destruction in the brain?
A
lesion
2
Q
What scan measures electrical activity in the brain and is often used for sleep studies?
A
electroencephalogram
3
Q
What scan uses x-rays to reveal brain structure and brain tumors?
A
CT (computed tomography)
4
Q
What scan involves the detection of radioactive glucose in the brain and reveal function (but not structure)?
A
PET (positron emission tomography)
5
Q
What scan uses magnetic fields and radio waves to detect soft tissue and reveals structure?
A
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)
6
Q
What scan reveals bloodflow and reveals brain function and structure?
A
fMRI (functional MRI)
