Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Depending upon what body part you are having examined, the technologist may have to put an intravenous (IV) in your arm 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. The radiologist will interpret the images and a report will be sent to your doctor.

 

Please let the technologist or radiologist know if you have any implants, you are allergic to any medications or if you think you may be pregnant. Call (610) 402-TEST (8378) to schedule this exam at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg or(610) 402-1000 at the Lehigh Magnetic Imaging Center.

 

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 (IV) in your arm 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 LVH-Muhlenberg or (610) 402-1000 at Lehigh Magnetic Imaging Center.