Diffusion Tensor Imaging, or DTI, was first introduced by Peter Basser in 1994. It is a non-invasive, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique that analyzes the anatomy of nerve cells and the complex neuronal network of the brain. DTI provides a more detailed picture of the brain’s anatomy compared to a conventional MRI. It is a […]
What Is DTI MRI? Why Would I Need It?
The United States is in second place for the highest number of MRIs per capita, with nearly 26 MRI units per million people behind Japan. Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) is different from standard MRI scans, so it’s beneficial for you to understand why you would need it.