brain scan
Americannoun
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When Sandberg was given his results, both the brain scan and the finger-prick test were negative.
From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026
A brain scan after the fume event ruled out a stroke.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 14, 2025
It’s rare to get a brain scan of chimpanzees or sea lions due to ethical reasons, so what is happening neurologically when these animals move to the music is also unknown.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2025
He was admitted to the hospital, had a brain scan and was diagnosed with a brain stem tumor.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2025
"The last thing you remember is Mike sending you to some creepy bastard who gave you a brain scan, then you just woke up somewhere strange."
From Less than Human by Frikki, Aiko
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