Can MRI Machines See Your Heartbeat?

The MRI Mystery

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Heartbeat Symphony MRI machines can't actually see your heartbeat, but they can see your heart moving!

Beating Rhythm

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Clear Pictures

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Seeing the Motion

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Listening to Your Heart

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Heart Health

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Stay Calm and Still

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Your doctors and technicians are experts at using MRI machines to keep you healthy and happy. Swipe Up