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Results 1 - 4 of 4 for Ionizing radiation
  1. X-ray (image) 
    X-rays are a form of ionizing radiation that can penetrate the body to form an image on film. Structures that are dense (such as bone) will appear white, air ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/1057.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. MRI scans (image) 
    ... without using x-rays or other types of ionizing radiation. An MRI scan is capable of showing fine ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/1107.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Ultrasound in pregnancy (image) 
    ... feet, and other deformities. Ultrasound does not produce ionizing radiation and is considered a very safe procedure for ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/1110.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Head MRI (image) 
    ... without using x-rays or other types of ionizing radiation. An MRI scan is capable of showing fine ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19899.htm - Medical Encyclopedia