MRI- Diagnose The Health Condition

Magnetic Resonance Imaging, also known as MRI, is one of the standard procedures to measure the health of your internal organs. It is widely practiced worldwide to diagnose internal disease or organ rupture. The process is painless, comfortable, Non-invasive, and produces a detailed image of any internal organ. An MRI machine causes radio waves and a magnetic field to create a 3D image of the internal structure, which is why it is one of the most effective forms of detecting internal issues like scars, damage, or abnormalities in smaller and larger organs or body parts. MRI is performed on multiple body parts to diagnose various underlying problems. Star Imaging and Path Lab offers the most advanced form of MRI scan using high-quality tools and equipment and under the observation of trained professionals. 

Although the cost of an MRI is relatively high all over India, the MRI scan price in Star Imaging and Path Lab is more competitive than others, which is why it is one of the most recommended diagnostic centers in Delhi. Here they provide the following variety of MRI services.

Brain MRI

The brain MRI, also known as functional MRI or fMRI, is a unique type as it can create an image of the blood flow at a specific part of the brain to examine the brain’s internal anatomy and detect any critical injury. 

MRI of Internal Organs

“Star Imaging and Path Lab” also offers MRIs to various internal organs like kidneys, ovaries, uterus, prostate, spleen, and pancreas to detect abnormalities.

MRI of Breast

At Star Imagining, along with mammography, they perform MRI scans to detect fatal diseases like breast cancer.

Bones MRI

Joints and bones MRI is done here to detect critical bone issues like tumors in bones, bones injury, torn cartilage or ligament 

MRI of Heart

• It helps to detect heart health by determining the size and functions of each chamber, the wall’s motion, and its thickness. In case of heart disease or heart attack, an MRI scan successfully detects the damage
• Determine any blockage of blood vessels or inflammation
• It helps to understand any problem in the overall structure of the aorta

What Are The Preparations Done For An MRI scan?

You need to prepare before an MRI scan. You must strictly follow all the instructions to get an accurate result. At Star Imaging, follow the technician’s guidelines for adequate results.

• Stay prepared to change into a hospital gown for the test. It is necessary for clear imaging.
• Do not bring any metal elements near the machine as it is a magnetic resonance process. Remove any metal jewelry or accessories before this process
• A person with metal implantation within the body like a pacemaker, cochlear implant or aneurysm clip might not be able to undergo this process. Tell the medical staff about any dental implants. Also, inform your doctor if you have ever been injured through metal shrapnel or anything similar to that.
• In case they have to undergo an MRI for a particular tissue that is not visible, intravenous fluid injection is injected into the patient to increase the visibility.
• Individuals having symptoms of claustrophobia where they might feel suffocated on an enclosed surface should inform the doctor or technician before an MRI scan. Certain medications can help them to ease the situation.
• Please let the doctor know if you are expecting a child, as an MRI scan can affect the unborn child differently.
• The practitioner or the radiologist will make the patient understand the entire process and answer the patient’s questions if needed.
• On entering the scanning room, the technician will help them to lie in the scanning bed and let them feel comfortable till the process begins. A bracket or Cushion will be provided if they are feeling cold.
• Then the technician will provide earplugs if you feel uncomfortable with the loud sound. A lot of the time, children feel uncomfortable with the sound, and that is why earbuds or earplugs are provided to them.

The Process Of MRI Scan

It is important to stay still during the process of MRI so that you get better results. Doctors and technicians recommend the use of oral sedation for children who can’t stay still or adults who feel anxious on a closed surface. This helps them stay calm during the process 

• Once you lie down on the table, it slides inside the MRI machine
• The technician will take several images of the part of the body 
• The advanced MRI machine in star imaging contains a microphone through which a patient can able to contact the technician
• The test takes around 30 to 60 minutes to complete, and throughout the process, you will hear loud clunking noise from the scanner. Plug the earbud in case it starts bothering you. If you still feel uncomfortable, then communicate with the technician via intercom, and you will get immediate assistance
• Sometimes you need to hold the breadth to get a more clearer imagery
• In the case of brain MRI, gadolinium solution is injected through IV. It helps to get the image of a particular part of the brain. You may have a plastic coil placed around your brain

After Process 

• After the MRI procedure, you can take some time to dress and exit the MRI room. You can also take some time to recover in an empty resting lobby. Usually, it will take one or two hours to fully recover.
• If the technician is satisfied with the result, you can go home, or you need to undergo the process again.
• You will get the report by the next day in general, but in case of emergency, you will get it immediately.

MRI- The Process And The Risks Involved

Side effects from an MRI are a sporadic process, but still, a patient can expect the following.

The contrast dye used during an MRI might cause specific allergic reactions in some patients, like running eyes and hives.

It might cause headaches, nausea and other symptoms in very few patients.

Therefore side effects are very rare but not impossible.

What Are The Costs Of MRI scans?

MRI scan cost varies from center to center. Generally, it costs between Rs 2000 to Rs 250000. It depends on the location of the clinic and the scanning process. Star Imaging is one of the best centers in c, providing MRI scans at a very competitive price.

 How To Find an MRI center?

Research for the MRI scan facilities, as it is not available in all the clinics and centers. Just type MRI scan near me in google, and you will get plenty of service providers near you.

Select a center where the MRI scan cost is comparatively lower than others, but you must not compromise the quality, so research well before undergoing one.

Quick Facts Of MRI Scan

• It is non-invasive
• Completely Painless
• Quick and Easy
• Affordable
• Helps in the diagnosis of critical disease

Lastly

MRI is a standard procedure but quite expensive, so selecting a clinic that provides a competitive price option without deteriorating the quality is essential. Star Imaging and Path Lab conducts the best MRI at the best competitive price.