Full-body scans use different technologies, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) or positron emission tomography (PET), according to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Full-body scans use different technologies, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) or positron emission tomography (PET), according to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Researchers say using the technology at the 20-week pregnancy scan could give sonographers more time looking at areas of concern and reduce anxiety among patients by cutting scan times.

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