Brain scans 🧠

• What does CAT stand for?

  Computed Axial Tomography
• How does a CAT scan work?

  A CAT scan works by passing multiple x-ray beams around the head from different angles to gather information.
• What can a CAT scan show?

  A CAT scan can show bones, blood vessels, grey matter, and the folds of the brain.
• What is a limitation of CAT scans regarding brain function?

  A CAT scan does not provide information about how the brain functions.
• What are the advantages of CAT scans?

  CAT scans are non-invasive, faster, and cheaper.