Reasons for Magnetic Resonance Imaging
When your doctor informs you that you need the Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedure performed it can be scary. Learn exactly what the procedure involves, the reasons it needs to be performed and what the next steps could be.
Alternate Names for Magnetic Resonance Imaging:
Imaging, magnetic resonance
MRI
MRI scan
Reasons for Test
Learn
- Overview
- What It Is
- Reasons For
- Complications
- What to Expect
- Results
- When to Call a Doctor
Why Magnetic Resonance Imaging is Performed
Alternate Names for Magnetic Resonance Imaging:
Imaging, magnetic resonance
MRI
MRI scan
Reasons for Test
- Diagnose internal injuries or conditions-You can have an MRI to look at any body part, from your head to your toes.
- Check if medicines or treatments are working
Learn
 Complications Learn about possible complications and what might increase the risk of them. |
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 What to Expect Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards. |
 Results What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results. |
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