213K views · 578 reactions | Avoid Bringing Metal Objects Near an MRI Machine Never take metal objects near an MRI machine! ⚠️ These powerful medical scanners create magnetic fields thousands of times stronger than normal magnets. Even a small item like a key or phone can turn into a dangerous projectile. Stay safe, follow MRI rules! Credits: Philips Healthcare , DailyRedditClips /YT #HealthTips #MRI #SafetyFirst #MRI #mrimachine | OnyN News | Facebook

What Happens When You Bring Metal In MRI Scan Rooms?

An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the body’s internal structures, especially soft tissues. The magnet aligns hydrogen atoms in the body, and a pulse of radio waves temporarily disrupts this alignment. As the atoms return to their original state, they emit signals that are detected and processed by a computer to form the images doctors use to examine patients. The first MRI machines were developed in the 1970s, build