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MRI
/ˌɛm.ɑːrˈaɪ/
[/ˌɛm.ɑːrˈaɪ/]
magnetic body scan
Advancednoun
Definition
A medical scan that uses strong magnets and radio waves to make detailed images inside the body.
Example
The doctor ordered an MRI to get a clear picture of the patient's injured knee.
The doctor ordered an MRI to get a clear picture of the patient's injured knee.
Etymology
An abbreviation of 'magnetic resonance imaging', developed in the 1970s.
How & Where It’s Used
A common, non-invasive diagnostic tool in modern medicine.