[Freesurfer] Is converting to mgz conducive for 16-bit files?

Greetings,

The data at this lab initially comes in a RAW data format. When converted to 16-bit TIFF files, the quantitative data is retained.

I recognize that, in order for FreeSurfer to be of use, this data must be converted to mgz files. However, does the process of converting this information into the mgz format allow me to maintain quantitative data that is retained when converting to 16-bit TIFF files? Or does this process of converting to mgz files only ensure proper retention of data for 8-bit files?

Thank you for your time and advice.

Greg

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