MRI Scan

Magnetic Resonance Imaging or MRI scan is a safe exam. That said, there is no conclusive data that proves if MRIs are safe for the woman and the foetus as of yet. For this reason, MRI is not conducted on any pregnant women still in their first trimester, i.e., first 12 weeks of pregnancy.

An MRI can be prescribed if there is a strong medical indication for it. Often an abbreviated MRI exam is performed. This reduces the time in the magnetic field. We recommend consulting your healthcare provider for more specific information.

An MRI scan in Chennai can be as short as 15 minutes and as long as 90 minutes. The exact time of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging exam depends on the type of scan.

We advise talking to the radiologist before your MRI scan to find out how long it will take. Irrespective of the time, every MRI scan is painless and has no side effects.

No, an MRI scan is absolutely safe. The examination doesn’t use ionising radiation. It utilises magnetic fields or radio waves. There are no health risks connected to them.

The only precaution necessary during the MRI scan is removing all metal objects. Therefore, people who have metal implants like aneurysm clip, spinal stimulators or pacemakers need special consideration. Always make the radiologist aware of these before the examination.

MRI scan results are available within hours of the examination. They are examined by a radiologist. A radiologist is a board-certified and trained physician who uses imaging to diagnose conditions and diseases.

At Anderson Diagnostic, our expert radiologists look at your scan results and provide a detailed report to your primary doctor. In some cases, like a cardiac MRI, the scan is interpreted by a trained cardiologist.