Course:
College of Radiographers CPD Endorsed, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Module:
Basic Concepts & Applications of MR Spectroscopy
Module Description:
Audience: MRI technologists interested in learning about MR Spectroscopy
Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of MRI
This module was constructed to introduce MRI Technologists to the basic concepts of Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS). These basic concepts will explore the origins of MR Spectroscopy, with historical applications, and describe the foundation on which MRS functions. Additionally, concepts of MRS post processing along with the current and future clinical applications will be illustrated with clinical case studies and digital video files.
Learning Objectives
* Explain the difference between MRI vs. MRS Applications
* Discuss MRS Principles and the purpose of MRS Examinations
* Discuss basic MR Principles
* MRI vs. MRS Signal Source, Chemical Shift, J-Coupling Effects
* Explain the importance of Magnetic Field Strength, Homogeneity, & RF Chain
* Compare MRS Localization Techniques, Single-Voxel MRS Sequences and Two-Dimensional MRS Sequence
* Describe Post Processing Analysis and MRS Quantification
* Discuss Observable Compounds of the MR Spectrum and the significance of Biochemical Compounds
Review the Clinical Applications of MR Spectroscopy
Author:
DAVID M HITT
About the author:
Dave Hitt is currently employed by Philips Medical Systems and maintains the position of Senior MRI Clinical Education Specialist. During his twelve years working at Philips Medical Systems, Mr. Hitt has been responsible for on-site MRI customer training, internal training of the MRI Clinical Education staff, and acting as Managing Editor & Author of E-Learning courses. Mr. Hitt holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Sciences, Online Learning Manager Certificate, and is accredited by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with an additional MR registry license. He is also an active member of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, and the California Society of Radiologic Technologists.
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