Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

MRI is a diagnostic technique that uses magnetism and radio waves, rather than x-rays, to produce detailed cross-sectional images of any part of the body.

Depending upon what body part you are having examined, the technologist may have to put an intravenous (I.V.) in your arm, in order to inject a special MRI contrast. You will be asked to lie on the MRI table. Images will be acquired after the table has moved into the MRI machine. The MRI machine will make very loud knocking noises. For your protection you will be given headphones with music or earplugs. If you suffer from claustrophobia, you may want to request a mild sedative from your doctor. You will be asked to complete a metal screening form prior to having an MRI. Patients with pacemakers, brain aneurysm clips, certain artificial heart valves and mechanical devices are restricted from having an MRI. Please notify your doctor if you have any of these implants or if you think you may be pregnant. The radiologist will interpret the images and a report will be sent to your doctor. Please let the technologist or radiologist know if you are allergic to any medications or if you think you may be pregnant. Call (610) 402-TEST (8378) to schedule this exam at the LVH-Muhlenberg site and (610) 402-1000 at the LMIC site.

Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) is performed in the same manner as an MRI, but uses special computer software to look at the blood vessels in the body. Depending upon which blood vessels are examined, the technologist will put an intravenous (I.V.) in your arm, in order to inject a special MRI contrast. The radiologist will interpret the images and a report will be sent to your doctor. Call (610) 402-TEST (8378) to schedule this exam at the LVH-Muhlenberg site and (610) 402-1000 at the LMIC site.

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