NIST-led study finds variations in quantitative MRI scanners' measurements

(National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is widely used in medicine to detect, diagnose and treat diseases such as cancer, while relying on experts' interpretation of images. Quantitative MRI, which obtains numerical measurements during the scans, can now potentially offer greater accuracy, repeatability and speed -- but rigorous quality control is needed for it to reach its full potential, according to a new study.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news