Functional MRI

Functional MRI (fMRI) is a brain imaging technique that measures changes in blood flow to different areas of the brain. When a brain region is active, it requires more oxygen, leading to increased blood flow. The fMRI detects these changes by measuring differences in the magnetic properties of oxygen-rich versus oxygen-poor blood. This allows researchers and doctors to see which parts of the brain are involved in various tasks, thoughts, or feelings in real-time. It's a safe, non-invasive method commonly used in research, clinical diagnosis, and pre-surgical planning to understand brain function and activity.