A technique to identify changes in specific markers of neural function, such as N-acetylaspartate (NAA), is called:
A)a PET scan.
B)magnetic resonance spectroscopy.
C)magnetic resonance imaging.
D)a CT scan.

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Magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) is a technique that uses magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to measure the levels of certain chemicals in the brain. NAA is a chemical that is found in neurons, and changes in NAA levels can be a sign of neuronal damage or dysfunction.

A Technique to Identify Changes in Specific Markers of Neural