Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a cutting-edge medical imaging technique used in radiology to capture detailed pictures of the body’s anatomy and physiological processes. Utilizing powerful magnetic fields, magnetic field gradients, and radio waves, MRI generates high-resolution images of internal organs without relying on X-rays or ionizing radiation, setting it apart from CT and PET scans.
Recognized as the gold standard for imaging the brain and spinal cord, MRI has become an indispensable tool in diagnostic medicine and biomedical research since its development in the 1970s and 1980s. Its versatility and precision make it a preferred choice for evaluating a wide range of conditions, providing invaluable insights into the body’s intricate structures and functions.
Need of MRI Scan:
✔ To enable a medical professional to view the organs, bones and tissues inside your body without having to perform surgery.
✔ To help diagnose a disease or injury or abnormality of the joints.
✔ To give further information about a particular health condition if an X ray or CT scan was not able to do so.
✔ To diagnose a wide variety of conditions right from torn ligaments to tumors. They are particularly useful in examinations of the brain and spinal cord.
✔ To provide breast cancer screening for women who are at a higher risk of the disease.
✔ To diagnose certain types of heart ailments.
✔ To evaluate diseases of the liver and other abdominal organs.
MRI FAQs :
Which kind of MRI Scan Equipment we use?
We use advanced MRI machines with state-of-the-art technology (up to 3 Tesla scanner) to provide the best quality imaging to help doctors.
When we need to take MRI Scan?
MRI is needed in headache, low back ache and in cases of injuries of joints. It also will be required when there is abdominal pain, uterine or ovarian diseases etc
How to prepare for a MRI Scan?
You need to remove all metallic objects including metallic implants, keys, coins, wallet, cards having magnetic strips, all types of jewelry, hair pins. Detailed clinical history, including previous scan details if there, to be provided Counseling will be provided to you to avoid claustrophobia & you’re required to keep still. Contrast injection risks and benefits will be informed to you & your relative.
Is an MRI safe?
Yes, MRIs are generally safe and low-risk. However, you should not have an MRI if you have metal implants or devices in your body