MRI

A. For All MRI (a) Appointment desirable; (b) Please remove jewellery at home for safety purpose; (c) Bring old records- text reports, films, CD. * If tests other than MRI study are indicated, the order of testing should be: (1) MRI scan should precede EEG, biopsy / FNAC, and Holter study, whichever is applicable; (2) CT scan should precede contrast MRI, if both tests are indicated; (3) MRCP should precede contrast CT study. (4) Gap between MR lymphangiography and lymphoscintigraphy should be more than 4-5 days. * Absolute contraindications – Metallic foreign body in eye, insulin pumps, gastric reflux device and temporary trans-venous pacing leads. * Relative contraindications – Shrapnel, pregnancy, implantable drug infusion pumps, spinal fixation hardware, cochlear implants, intracranial vascular clips, prosthetic heart valves, pacemaker, ICD and pacing wires, neuro-stimulation systems B. For Pregnant patient – Bring Photocopy of doctor prescription & photo ID proof (adhar card, Voter ID or driving licence) for PNDT requirements. MRI is relative contraindication in first trimester. C. Sedation may be required for uncooperative patients. Sedation is to be avoided if patient has severe cough & cold / nasal blockage, fever, kidney or liver disease, or low haemoglobin. (i) Oral sedation – Usually works well for children < 2 yrs. Keep child fasting, bring his favourite food, remove metal from his body surface & clothes. We give oral sedative followed by meal, child likely to go to sleep. (ii) IV sedation – Nil per oral / Fasting is required for 5-6 hours. D. Contrast studies – Kidney function test results are required where patient age is more than 60 yrs, known case of kidney disease, long standing diabetic or hypertensive. Please bring your record of recent (no more than 4 week old) serum creatinine/eGFR report if already done. Else it may be done at Saral Diagnostics. After contrast study, maintain good fluid intake for 24 hrs. If patient is lactating mother then feeding should be stopped for 24 hrs. If patient is pregnant then consult your doctor.

A. For All MRI (a) Appointment desirable; (b) Please remove jewellery at home for safety purpose; (c) Bring old records- text reports, films, CD. * If tests other than MRI study are indicated, the order of testing should be: (1) MRI scan should precede EEG, biopsy / FNAC, and Holter study, whichever is applicable; (2) CT scan should precede contrast MRI, if both tests are indicated; (3) MRCP should precede contrast CT study. (4) Gap between MR lymphangiography and lymphoscintigraphy should be more than 4-5 days. * Absolute contraindications – Metallic foreign body in eye, insulin pumps, gastric reflux device and temporary trans-venous pacing leads. * Relative contraindications – Shrapnel, pregnancy, implantable drug infusion pumps, spinal fixation hardware, cochlear implants, intracranial vascular clips, prosthetic heart valves, pacemaker, ICD and pacing wires, neuro-stimulation systems B. For Pregnant patient – Bring Photocopy of doctor prescription & photo ID proof (adhar card, Voter ID or driving licence) for PNDT requirements. MRI is relative contraindication in first trimester. C. Sedation may be required for uncooperative patients. Sedation is to be avoided if patient has severe cough & cold / nasal blockage, fever, kidney or liver disease, or low haemoglobin. (i) Oral sedation – Usually works well for children < 2 yrs. Keep child fasting, bring his favourite food, remove metal from his body surface & clothes. We give oral sedative followed by meal, child likely to go to sleep. (ii) IV sedation – Nil per oral / Fasting is required for 5-6 hours. D. Contrast studies – Kidney function test results are required where patient age is more than 60 yrs, known case of kidney disease, long standing diabetic or hypertensive. Please bring your record of recent (no more than 4 week old) serum creatinine/eGFR report if already done. Else it may be done at Saral Diagnostics. After contrast study, maintain good fluid intake for 24 hrs. If patient is lactating mother then feeding should be stopped for 24 hrs. If patient is pregnant then consult your doctor.

A. For All MRI (a) Appointment desirable; (b) Please remove jewellery at home for safety purpose; (c) Bring old records- text reports, films, CD. * If tests other than MRI study are indicated, the order of testing should be: (1) MRI scan should precede EEG, biopsy / FNAC, and Holter study, whichever is applicable; (2) CT scan should precede contrast MRI, if both tests are indicated; (3) MRCP should precede contrast CT study. (4) Gap between MR lymphangiography and lymphoscintigraphy should be more than 4-5 days. * Absolute contraindications – Metallic foreign body in eye, insulin pumps, gastric reflux device and temporary trans-venous pacing leads. * Relative contraindications – Shrapnel, pregnancy, implantable drug infusion pumps, spinal fixation hardware, cochlear implants, intracranial vascular clips, prosthetic heart valves, pacemaker, ICD and pacing wires, neuro-stimulation systems B. For Pregnant patient – Bring Photocopy of doctor prescription & photo ID proof (adhar card, Voter ID or driving licence) for PNDT requirements. MRI is relative contraindication in first trimester. C. Sedation may be required for uncooperative patients. Sedation is to be avoided if patient has severe cough & cold / nasal blockage, fever, kidney or liver disease, or low haemoglobin. (i) Oral sedation – Usually works well for children < 2 yrs. Keep child fasting, bring his favourite food, remove metal from his body surface & clothes. We give oral sedative followed by meal, child likely to go to sleep. (ii) IV sedation – Nil per oral / Fasting is required for 5-6 hours. D. Contrast studies – Kidney function test results are required where patient age is more than 60 yrs, known case of kidney disease, long standing diabetic or hypertensive. Please bring your record of recent (no more than 4 week old) serum creatinine/eGFR report if already done. Else it may be done at Saral Diagnostics. After contrast study, maintain good fluid intake for 24 hrs. If patient is lactating mother then feeding should be stopped for 24 hrs. If patient is pregnant then consult your doctor.

A. For All MRI (a) Appointment desirable; (b) Please remove jewellery at home for safety purpose; (c) Bring old records- text reports, films, CD. * If tests other than MRI study are indicated, the order of testing should be: (1) MRI scan should precede EEG, biopsy / FNAC, and Holter study, whichever is applicable; (2) CT scan should precede contrast MRI, if both tests are indicated; (3) MRCP should precede contrast CT study. (4) Gap between MR lymphangiography and lymphoscintigraphy should be more than 4-5 days. * Absolute contraindications – Metallic foreign body in eye, insulin pumps, gastric reflux device and temporary trans-venous pacing leads. * Relative contraindications – Shrapnel, pregnancy, implantable drug infusion pumps, spinal fixation hardware, cochlear implants, intracranial vascular clips, prosthetic heart valves, pacemaker, ICD and pacing wires, neuro-stimulation systems B. For Pregnant patient – Bring Photocopy of doctor prescription & photo ID proof (adhar card, Voter ID or driving licence) for PNDT requirements. MRI is relative contraindication in first trimester. C. Sedation may be required for uncooperative patients. Sedation is to be avoided if patient has severe cough & cold / nasal blockage, fever, kidney or liver disease, or low haemoglobin. (i) Oral sedation – Usually works well for children < 2 yrs. Keep child fasting, bring his favourite food, remove metal from his body surface & clothes. We give oral sedative followed by meal, child likely to go to sleep. (ii) IV sedation – Nil per oral / Fasting is required for 5-6 hours. D. Contrast studies – Kidney function test results are required where patient age is more than 60 yrs, known case of kidney disease, long standing diabetic or hypertensive. Please bring your record of recent (no more than 4 week old) serum creatinine/eGFR report if already done. Else it may be done at Saral Diagnostics. After contrast study, maintain good fluid intake for 24 hrs. If patient is lactating mother then feeding should be stopped for 24 hrs. If patient is pregnant then consult your doctor.

A. For All MRI (a) Appointment desirable; (b) Please remove jewellery at home for safety purpose; (c) Bring old records- text reports, films, CD. * If tests other than MRI study are indicated, the order of testing should be: (1) MRI scan should precede EEG, biopsy / FNAC, and Holter study, whichever is applicable; (2) CT scan should precede contrast MRI, if both tests are indicated; (3) MRCP should precede contrast CT study. (4) Gap between MR lymphangiography and lymphoscintigraphy should be more than 4-5 days. * Absolute contraindications – Metallic foreign body in eye, insulin pumps, gastric reflux device and temporary trans-venous pacing leads. * Relative contraindications – Shrapnel, pregnancy, implantable drug infusion pumps, spinal fixation hardware, cochlear implants, intracranial vascular clips, prosthetic heart valves, pacemaker, ICD and pacing wires, neuro-stimulation systems B. For Pregnant patient – Bring Photocopy of doctor prescription & photo ID proof (adhar card, Voter ID or driving licence) for PNDT requirements. MRI is relative contraindication in first trimester. C. Sedation may be required for uncooperative patients. Sedation is to be avoided if patient has severe cough & cold / nasal blockage, fever, kidney or liver disease, or low haemoglobin. (i) Oral sedation – Usually works well for children < 2 yrs. Keep child fasting, bring his favourite food, remove metal from his body surface & clothes. We give oral sedative followed by meal, child likely to go to sleep. (ii) IV sedation – Nil per oral / Fasting is required for 5-6 hours. D. Contrast studies – Kidney function test results are required where patient age is more than 60 yrs, known case of kidney disease, long standing diabetic or hypertensive. Please bring your record of recent (no more than 4 week old) serum creatinine/eGFR report if already done. Else it may be done at Saral Diagnostics. After contrast study, maintain good fluid intake for 24 hrs. If patient is lactating mother then feeding should be stopped for 24 hrs. If patient is pregnant then consult your doctor.

A. For All MRI (a) Appointment desirable; (b) Please remove jewellery at home for safety purpose; (c) Bring old records- text reports, films, CD. * If tests other than MRI study are indicated, the order of testing should be: (1) MRI scan should precede EEG, biopsy / FNAC, and Holter study, whichever is applicable; (2) CT scan should precede contrast MRI, if both tests are indicated; (3) MRCP should precede contrast CT study. (4) Gap between MR lymphangiography and lymphoscintigraphy should be more than 4-5 days. * Absolute contraindications – Metallic foreign body in eye, insulin pumps, gastric reflux device and temporary trans-venous pacing leads. * Relative contraindications – Shrapnel, pregnancy, implantable drug infusion pumps, spinal fixation hardware, cochlear implants, intracranial vascular clips, prosthetic heart valves, pacemaker, ICD and pacing wires, neuro-stimulation systems B. For Pregnant patient – Bring Photocopy of doctor prescription & photo ID proof (adhar card, Voter ID or driving licence) for PNDT requirements. MRI is relative contraindication in first trimester. C. Sedation may be required for uncooperative patients. Sedation is to be avoided if patient has severe cough & cold / nasal blockage, fever, kidney or liver disease, or low haemoglobin. (i) Oral sedation – Usually works well for children < 2 yrs. Keep child fasting, bring his favourite food, remove metal from his body surface & clothes. We give oral sedative followed by meal, child likely to go to sleep. (ii) IV sedation – Nil per oral / Fasting is required for 5-6 hours. D. Contrast studies – Kidney function test results are required where patient age is more than 60 yrs, known case of kidney disease, long standing diabetic or hypertensive. Please bring your record of recent (no more than 4 week old) serum creatinine/eGFR report if already done. Else it may be done at Saral Diagnostics. After contrast study, maintain good fluid intake for 24 hrs. If patient is lactating mother then feeding should be stopped for 24 hrs. If patient is pregnant then consult your doctor.