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Types of scan

Types of scan

MRI

A powerful medical imaging device that uses strong magnetic fields to produce images

CT

A sensitive diagnostic imaging technique used to identity many diseases and injuries

PET/CT

A diagnostic imaging technique used mainly in oncology, neurology, cardiology, infection and inflammation, and in planning surgery and treatment

X-ray

An established tool used to produce images of tissues, bones and organs

Ultrasound

A versatile diagnostic technique that generates images using high frequency sound waves

Bone densitometry (DEXA)

An analytical technique used to assess mineral bone density and can diagnose osteoporosis

Fluoroscopy

An imaging technique that uses X-rays to obtain real-time moving images of the internal structures of a patient through the use of a fluoroscope

EOS CT

EOS is a novel upright CT scanner utilising Nobel Prize winning, ultra-sensitive x-ray detector technology

Open and Upright MRI

A unique non-claustrophobic and full weight bearing scanner

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