About This Test
MRI RT shoulder detailed information, such as for suspected labral tears, joint inflammation, cartilage damage, or tumors. MRI captures images of the bones, rotator cuff tendons, ligaments, cartilage, joint capsules, and surrounding muscles doctors can detect subtle tears, inflammation, or abnormal blood flow. MRI captures images of the bones, rotator cuff tendons, ligaments, cartilage, joint capsules, and surrounding muscles.
Home Collection
✗ Not Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
Fasting is not mandatory except for un-coperative patients where sedation may be needed ( 4-6 hours fasting) Prior appointment desirable. Non MR compatible Pacemaker .For contrast administration (CEMR) renal status to be assesed. Please bring latest reports of blood urea and creatinine (if available). Please bring along the prescription , all previous records & investigation reports (including images & soft copies, if any
Frequently Asked Questions
ANS: It uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed body images.
ANS: No prepartion & no fasting required & bring old records.
ANS: The bones, joints, rotator cuff, labrum, ligaments, muscles, and bursae without the use of contrast.
It evaluates:
- Rotator cuff and tendons
- Labrum and joint capsule
- Cartilage and joint space
- Bone marrow and surrounding soft tissues
- Acromioclavicular (AC) joint and subacromial-subdeltoid bursa
ANS : latest eGFR / creatinine report (within 1 month) is required.
ANS: Yes. MRI does not use radiation. It is generally very safe. However, patients with certain metal implants or devices may not be eligible.
ANS : 30–40 minutes depending on the area.
ANS: Inform the staff beforehand. Options include: Mild sedation.
ANS : Yes, attendend is required for any invasive procedure or IV sedation.
ANS: Yes, but ear protection is provided.
ANS: Yes, to get clear images.
ANS: If you have a pacemaker, this test may or may not be possible. Some modern pacemakers are MRI-compatible (MRI-conditional), while older ones are not. Always inform the doctor and MRI staff about your pacemaker before the scan.
ANS : Appointment is preferably else you will rare to wait for your turn.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.