Sagittal T1 and T2-weighted sequences

What does "Sagittal T1 and T2-weighted sequences" 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

"Sagittal T1 and T2-weighted sequences" refers to a specific type of imaging technique used in MRI scans. The term "sagittal" describes the direction of the scan, which is from front to back, like slicing the body into left and right halves. "T1 and T2-weighted" refers to the different ways the MRI machine can be set up to highlight different parts of the body. T1-weighted images usually show fat as bright and water as dark, while T2-weighted images show water as bright and fat as dark. This helps doctors to see different types of tissues and structures in the body more clearly.

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