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Screening soft tissue neck

MRI

Screening soft tissue neck

Also Known As: NECK
₹6,000
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About This Test

MR screening of soft tissue neck is a non-invasive imaging test that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create images of the necks soft tissues, including muscles, blood vessels, lymph nodes, and glands. . Doctors use this test when someone has neck pain, a lump, swelling, difficulty swallowing, voice changes, or enlarged lymph nodes. It helps show tissues that cannot be seen well on X-rays, such as muscles, glands, fat, nerves, and lymph nodes. The MRI images allow doctors to look for infections, tumors, cysts, inflammation, enlarged lymph nodes, salivary gland problems, or masses pressing on the airway.

At a Glance

Home Collection
Not Available
Report TAT
1 Day
Category
MRI

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

1. What is MRI scan?
ANS: It uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed body images.
2.What are pre-requisites?
ANS: No prepartion & no fasting required & bring old records.
3. What is MRI Screening soft tissue neck ?
ANS: To create detailed images of the muscles, fat, lymph nodes, blood vessels, nerves, thyroid, salivary glands, and other soft tissues in the neck. It is primarily used to detect tumors, infections, inflammation, or structural abnormalities.
4. If contrast study.
ANS : latest eGFR / creatinine report (within 1 month) is required.
5. Is MRI safe?
ANS: Yes. MRI does not use radiation. It is generally very safe. However, patients with certain metal implants or devices may not be eligible.
6. How long does it take?
ANS : 30–40 minutes depending on the area.
7. What if I am claustrophobic?
ANS: Inform the staff beforehand. Options include: Mild sedation.
8. Is an any attandend required ?
ANS : Yes, attendend is required for any invasive procedure or IV sedation.
9. Is the machine noisy?
ANS: Yes, but ear protection is provided.
10. Do I need to lie completely still?
ANS: Yes, to get clear images.
11. If a pacemaker is implanted, can MRI done?
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.
12. Is an appointment required for MRI or not?
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.

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