What is the difference between a MRI scan and body scan?

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Central Medical Imaging

Published on Mar 11, 2014

The MRI is very specific by body part. The CT is used for body scans to cover a larger area.

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Answered by Central Medical Imaging

The MRI is very specific by body part. The CT is used for body scans to cover a larger area.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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