Axial T2 FS

What does "Axial T2 FS" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Axial T2 FS" refers to a specific type of imaging technique used in MRI scans. "Axial" means the images are taken in a horizontal manner, similar to slicing a loaf of bread. "T2" refers to a setting on the MRI machine that helps to highlight certain types of tissues in the body, and "FS" stands for "fat saturation", which is a method used to reduce the brightness of fat tissues in the images. This helps doctors to see other types of tissues more clearly.

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