What Happens During An MRI Examination?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is an imaging technique used in radiology for examining internal organs. Unlike other imaging methods that use radiation such as CT, MRI uses a magnetic field and radio waves to generate precise images. Since an MRI does not expose a patient to radiation, the exam is a very safe diagnostic procedure. Nevertheless, do inform the staff if you are pregnant or allergic to any medicines.
Metal objects are not allowed inside the MRI suite due to an MRI’s strong magnetic field. Please inform staff if you have any metal objects inside of your body that cannot be removed such as implants, a pacemaker, and stents.
You must remove any metal objects on your body before the start of the exam including piercings, jewelry, eyeglasses, hearing aids, phones, or underwire bras.
You won’t feel anything during the exam. You will receive earplugs to protect your ears from the loud thumping noises of the MRI scanner. Lying inside a narrow tunnel can be an unusual experience, which is why we recommend closing your eyes. Contrast is NOT used for full body MRI screenings. Large or colored tattoos may also feel warm during the exam.
This video gives you an overview of getting an MRI.
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