MRI (Magnetic Resonance Image) scans produce detailed images of soft tissues.

The superconducting magnet coils produce a large and uniform magnetic field inside the patient's body. Note the large size of the scanner, which contains the liquid helium refrigeration system.

MRI of lower human spine (image used with permission, J.P. Hornak, The Basics of MRI)

MRI imager (© 2000, Joseph Hornak, The Basics of MRI)