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Medical Abbreviations
MRI
Commonly used in hospitals for diagnosing soft tissue conditions.
Literal Meaning
Magnetic resonance imaging
Actual Meaning
A scan that uses magnets (not radiation) to take detailed pictures inside your body.
Examples in Context

The doctor ordered an MRI to evaluate the patient's knee injury.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Remember 'M' for magnetic and 'R' for resonance.
  • 2Associate MRI with images of the brain and joints.
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