MRI (Magnetic Resonance
Imaging) is ordered by your
physician to evaluate internal body structures without having to
use X-ray or surgery. MRI uses the physical properties of magnetic
fields, radio waves, and computers to generate images of soft
tissues within the body. MRI is a non-invasive procedure and there
are no known side or after effects.
Patients are asked to lie on a table and remain still for approximately 30 minutes to one hour depending on the test ordered. During the examination, a faint knocking sound will be heard, which is normal and is the operation of the imaging process. The images are formed from signals emitted by tissue in the body. The MRI process captures different tissue characteristics and translates them into different contrast levels on the image.
Patients are asked to lie on a table and remain still for approximately 30 minutes to one hour depending on the test ordered. During the examination, a faint knocking sound will be heard, which is normal and is the operation of the imaging process. The images are formed from signals emitted by tissue in the body. The MRI process captures different tissue characteristics and translates them into different contrast levels on the image.
