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A to Z of MS Gadolinium

Gadolinium is an inert material used as a marker or contrast agent to enhance images of the effects of multiple sclerosis on MRI scans. When injected before a scan, gadolinium makes it possible to distinguish between active MS lesions and previous areas of scarring.

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