A member asked:

Is head mri is safer than ct scan ? my doctor told me to a ct scan but concerned about irradiation ? so do they have the same indications ?

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Dr. Anthony Filly answered

Specializes in Radiology

MRI: Is generally a better test. Depends on the indication. Ct does have radiation but is a small amount.

Answered 7/15/2017

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