Category
Routine Imaging
Synonyms/Aliases
Thoracic vertebra, dorsal vertebra/spine
Abbreviations
MRI ABD.
Report
4-6 hours (after completion of the test).
Setup
All working days
Scan
30 MINUTES
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
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
used in diagnosing abnormal growths. It can distinguish tumors from normal tissues and can provide information for the staging (determination of the size, extent, and spread) of abdominal tumors.
