What is the basic difference from an MRI and a CT scan?
"CT scans use X-rays and MRI scans use powerful magnetic fields and radio frequency pulses. I've been performing CT scans for 4 years and assisting with MRI's for 2."
The interviewer is asking you this question to question your knowledge in the career field. As a Radiologic Technologist, you learned early in your training the difference between the scans. Be confident in your answer and feel free to add how many years of experience you have in both areas.
"CT scans use X-rays and MRI scans use powerful magnetic fields and radio frequency pulses to produce detailed pictures of organs, soft tissues, bone and other internal body structures."
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Anonymous Answer
CT uses X-rays, while MRI uses magnetic fields and radiofrequency pulses to produce images of organs, soft tissues, bone, or internal body structures.
Rachelle's Feedback
Very clearly stated! The easier you can explain these concepts, the better you understand them. You explain the differences simply and very well.
