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Is mri is invasive procedure?ct scan/mri which is invasive? what r other invasive diagnostic procedure?
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Non Invasive imaging: Cat scan and MRI imaging both are non invasive diagnostic procedures.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Noninvasive: Both ct and MRI are considered non-invasive diagnostic imaging procedures. They are, however, typically performed with administration of intravenous (IV) contrast or dye which requires temporary placement of an IV line.
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