In the abdomen, ultrasonography is a useful tool for quantifying both subcutaneous and visceral fat. Ultrasonography has many advantages over CT scan and MRI as it is non-invasive and doesn't utilize ionizing radiation, making it more accessible to special populations.

Quantitative magnetic resonance

Quantitative magnetic resonance (QMR) applies a magnetic field to the body and measures the difference in relaxation rates of hydrogen atoms within fat

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