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What is MRI of the Body (Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis)?

MRI of the body is a computer guided procedure which combines the uses of a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed pictures of organs, soft tissues, bone and virtually all other internal body structures.

What to expect?

The procedure usually takes 30 to 60 minutes.  An injection of dye is sometimes given to visualize the blood vessels.

What are some of the common uses?

MRI of the body is typically used to:                

  • Evaluate organs of the chest, abdomen and pelvis including the heart, liver, biliary tract, kidney, spleen, pancreas and adrenal gland
  • Identify tumors of chest, abdomen and pelvis including reproductive organs
  • Find causes of pelvic pain in woman, such as endometriosis
  • Identify diseases of the liver, such as cirrhosis
  • Help diagnose conditions of the bile duct, gallbladder and pancreatic ducts (MRCP)

What to do?



How will I learn the results?


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