Why Your Hair Clips Can't Join You in an MRI

What Is an MRI?

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Super Strong Magnet! The MRI machine has a huge magnet. It's so strong, it can lift a car!

Metal Detector!

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Your Hair Clips

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Flying Objects?

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Safety First!

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Not Just Clips!

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What to Wear?

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Once you’re free of metal, it’s safe to go inside the MRI machine for your scan. Swipe Up