13 Jun

MRI RENAL ANGIOGRAM

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Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI OF THE KIDNEYS, MRI RENAL ARTERIOGRAM

Abbreviations

- N/A

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

45 MINUTES

Test in Brief

Capture accurate patient information when filling the questionnaire to identify indications and contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Exam Requirements

Full bladder prior to procedure.Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

MRI scans of your kidneys can help see conditions like kidney cancer, chronic kidney disease, renal vein thrombosis, and the presence of tumors, masses, stones, or infection. There are two types of MRI scans for your kidneys: imaging with or without contrast agents.
13 Jun

MRI PROSTATE

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Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI PELVIS

Abbreviations

- N/A

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

30 MINUTES

Test in Brief

Capture accurate patient information when filling the questionnaire to identify indications and contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Exam Requirements

Full bladder prior to procedure.Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

to evaluate prostate cancer and see if it is limited to the prostate. MRI provides information on how water molecules and blood flow through the prostate. This helps determine whether cancer is present and, if so, whether it is aggressive and if it has spread.
13 Jun

MRI PERIPHERAL ANGIOGRAM

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Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI LOWER/ UPPER EXTREMITIES ANGIOGRAMS

Abbreviations

MRI P.A

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

45 MINUTES

Test in Brief

Capture accurate patient information when filling the questionnaire to identify indications and contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

an excellent method for diagnosing the anatomic location and degree of stenosis in PAD, stenosis ,aneurysm ,atherosclerosis.
13 Jun

MRI PELVIS

vincentochiengde

Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI LOWER ABDOMEN

Abbreviations

- N/A

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Extra

Extra time: 30- 1Hr

Setup

All working days

Scan

20 MINUTES

Test in Brief

Capture accurate patient information when filling the questionnaire to identify indications and contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Exam Requirements

Full bladder prior to procedure.Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

: Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

can help find problems such as tumours in the ovaries, uterus, prostate, rectum, and anus. It also can be used to look for an anal fistula (a tube-shaped passage from the anal canal to a hole in the skin near the anus) and look for the cause of pelvic pain in women, such as endometriosis.
13 Jun

MRI PARANASAL SINUSES

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Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI SINUSES

Abbreviations

MRI PNS

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Setup

All working days

Scan

30 MINUTES

Test in Brief

Capture accurate patient information when filling the questionnaire to identify indications and contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Exam Requirements

Patient should comply with the instructions given/lie still on the mri couch until end of procedure.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

is used occasionally in cases of suspected tumors or fungal sinusitis.
13 Jun

MRI ORBIT(S)

vincentochiengde

Category

Routine Imaging

Synonyms/Aliases

-N/A

Abbreviations

MRI OCULAR

Report

4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Extra

Extra time: 30- 1Hr

Setup

All working days

Scan

20 MINUTES

Test in Brief

An imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radiowaves to produce images. Unlike X-rays and CT scan, it does NOT use ionizing radiation. The patient lies on a motorized table which will move the patient into the scanner which resembles a giant doughnut (like a tunnel that is open at both ends).

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING DOCTOR OR INSTITUTION: Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru). INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER: Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

to diagnose diseases of the eye and eye cavity in the skull (orbits). MRI is good for examining soft tissues.
12 Dec

MRI CARDIAC

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Category

Special exam/imaging procedure.

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI HEART.

Abbreviations

N/A.

Report

Results ready 24 hours (after completion of the test).

Extra

SCAN TIME : 3 HOURS.

Setup

All working days

Test in Brief

Patient should be in a relaxed state before the procedure.(relaxed systolic and diastolic cardiac activity).

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions For Referring Doctor Or Institution

Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru).

Instructions For Radiographer

Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

Cardiac MRI helps your doctor detect or monitor cardiac disease by: evaluating the anatomy and function of the heart chambers, heart valves, size of and blood flow through major vessels, and the surrounding structures such as the pericardium (the sac that surrounds the heart).
12 Dec

MRI CHEST

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Category

Routine Imaging.

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI UPPER BODY.

Abbreviations

N/A.

Report

Results ready 4-6 hours (after completion of the test).

Extra

SCAN TIME: 20 MINUTES

Setup

All working days

Test in Brief

An imaging test that uses powerful magnets and radiowaves to produce images. Unlike X-rays and CT scan, it does NOT use ionizing radiation. The patient lies on a motorized table which will move the patient into the scanner which resembles a giant doughnut (like a tunnel that is open at both ends).

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images..Patient should adhere to instructions given.

Instructions For Referring Doctor Or Institution

Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru).

Instructions For Radiographer

Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

Provide an alternative to angiography, or avoid repeated exposure to radiation. Clarify findings from earlier x-rays or CT scans. Diagnose abnormal growths in the chest. Evaluate blood flow. Show lymph nodes and blood vessels. Show the structures of the chest from many angles. See if cancer in the chest has spread to other areas of the body (this is called staging -- it helps guide future treatment and follow-up, and gives you an idea of what to expect in the future). Detect tumors.
12 Dec

MRI CHOLANGIOPANCREATOGRAPHY

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Category

Special exam/ imaging procedure.

Synonyms/Aliases

MRI BILIARY TREE/ TRACT.

Abbreviations

MRI MRCP.

Report

Results ready 4 -6hours (after completion of the test).

Extra

SCAN TIME: 30 MINUTES

Setup

All working days

Test in Brief

Patient should starve/fast for at least 8 hours to enable easy visualisation of the billiary tree/tract and or any pathologies associated with it.

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions For Referring Doctor Or Institution

Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru).

Instructions For Radiographer

Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

Examine diseases of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas and pancreatic duct. These may include tumors, stones, inflammation or infection. evaluate patients with pancreatitis to detect the underlying cause.
12 Dec

MRI ELBOW(S)

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Category

Routine Imaging.

Synonyms/Aliases

N/A.

Abbreviations

N/A.

Report

Results ready 4 -6hours (after completion of the test).

Extra

SCAN TIME: 20 MINUTES.

Setup

All working days

Test in Brief

Capture accurate patient information when filling the questionnaire to identify indications and contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Exam Requirements

Remove all metal objects (e.g. watches, jewellery); patient should complete the safety questionnaire that is provided prior to the procedure; the scanner is a tunnel that is open at both ends; headphones or earphones will be used to muffle the sounds produced by the scanner. Occasionally, a special dye (contrast media) is administered through the vein. Patient should lie still till the end of procedure/exam to avoid getting blurry images.

Instructions For Referring Doctor Or Institution

Please state clinical indication for the test on the request form; for NHIF & other insurance clients, provide the necessary documentation in full inclusive of stamps and referrer’s name/ signature/ board registration details where required. In case of NHIF queries/ clarifications, call 0785 033335 (Nakuru).

Instructions For Radiographer

Guide the patient when filling the safety questionnaire to identify any contra-indications before the procedure/exam.

Method

Patient is placed in the MRI magnetic bore; radiofrequency is sent in depending on the sequence/ time; radiofrequecy is turned off; images are reconstructed on the MRI Console & assessed for good radiographic quality. Images are then reviewed by the radiologist. A comprehensive report detailing the patient name, gender, age, procedure date, procedure name and findings is provided.

Usefulness /Advantages

Useful for identifying problems with tendons and ligaments, as well as compression and nerve entrapment issues and osteoarthritis in the bone.
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