Sagittal T2

What does "Sagittal T2" 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 T2" refers to a specific type of image taken during an MRI scan. "Sagittal" means the image is taken from the side, showing the body or part of the body in a vertical plane from front to back. "T2" refers to a particular setting on the MRI machine that makes fluid areas, like blood or inflammation, appear bright on the image. This helps doctors to see certain details more clearly.

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