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4 Facts About an MRI Scan September 11, 2018

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4 Facts About an MRI Scan, Kenai, Alaska

If you’re scheduled for an MRI, the idea of it can be intimidating. While it’s a non-invasive test, the imaging machine is loud and the process can seem intense leading up to your date. The staff at Kenai Peninsula Imaging Center, LLC in Kenai, AK, advise that it’s completely safe and are committed to ensuring their patients are comfortable. To help, they want to answer common questions they receive leading up to their scan.


What Is an MRI?

MRI stands for magnetic resonance imaging. Doctors use it to get a detailed look inside your body at organs, muscles, tumors, infected tissue, and more. It’s used to confirm diagnoses and to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for conditions like cancer, spinal cord issues, and multiple sclerosis.

Does It Hurt?

An MRI is completely painless. You’ll need to lie still in the imaging machine, and you may feel warmth on the part of your body that’s being scanned. It can also be loud, though the technicians will do anything needed to help. If your doctor needs a more enhanced image, you may need an injection of contrast dye that’s completely safe.

How Long Does It Take?

MRI times vary depending on what’s being imaged. For TMJ—a mandible joint disorder—you may be there for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Pelvis exams take between 20 and 35 minutes. Chest scans take between 25 and 45 minutes on average. When you go in, your MRI scan technician will give you their best estimate.

Are There Restrictions?MRI

Since an MRI machine uses magnets, you won’t be able to take any metal in with you, including coins, keys, and cell phones. You’ll also need to tell the technician if you have dentures, a pacemaker, metal implants, surgical staples, or other medical devices that may cause a problem.

Kenai Peninsula Imaging Center, LLC is proud to offer a variety of diagnostic imaging services, including CT scans, MRI, and X-rays. They understand the important role they play in your health and take every measure to achieve the best results. Call (907) 335-4676 if your doctor has prescribed an exam. You can also connect with them online to learn more about their practice and imaging services.

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