Imaging Methods | Application | Features | Limitations | Average Cost |
X-Rays | Bone disease | Easily available | Radiation | $300 |
CT | Brain disorders | 360˚ view | Injection of iodine for better definition | $800 |
MRI | Diagnosis of 4 mm thyroid nodule | High resolution image | Injection require to get better images | $1000 |
Ultrasonography | Soft tissues | Non-invasive and better sensitivity | Echo noise | $100 |
Thermography | Vascular disease | Non invasive | Small penetration | $100 |