Brain Scans

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11 Psychology Flashcards on Brain Scans, created by Ella Boilee on 02/03/2016.
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This scan has 4 types of waves, Alpha, Beta, Delta, and Theta. Electroencephalogram (EEG)
This scan usually is done to show brain tumours and strokes. Computerised Axial Tomography (CT/CAT Scan)
This scan us used by vibrating atoms in the brain which then shows the structure of the brain on a computer. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
This scan involves swallowing a small radioactive substance. Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
This scan measure blood and oxygen levels in the brain. Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI)
This scan involves putting metal discs on your scalp to show brain activity and to track sleep. Electroencephalogram (EEG)
This scan is a computerised and enhanced x-ray of the brain. Computerised Axial Tomography (CT/CAT Scan)
This scan shows which parts of your brain are active when completing small everyday tasks. Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
This scan can pick up very small changes to the brain. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
This scan is based on the same technique as an MRI Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI)
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