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If an mri scan is unable to show a dramatic significant loss of neurons what tests or investigations would , so it is clear to see?
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MRI: MRI scans are usually not sensitive enough to show neurons which are typically visualized by pathology slides like biopsy.
Answered 6/8/2014
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