You are scheduled for an MRI, MRA or Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP). This test is done to look at the structures within a specific area to determine if abnormalities are present. Below are the instructions to prepare patients for your MRI.
The MRI scanner is located in the White-Wilson NeuroScience Center, on Hospital Drive across the street from the main campus.
No special preparation is required for a normal MRI; however, please leave any jewelry or other metal objects at home. Be sure to inform your MRI technician of any implants you may have or if you've had any major surgeries, such as heart or brain. Please bring all identification cards related to implants to your appointment.
Under certain conditions, specialized MRIs that require an injection or ingestion of a contrast agent may require dietary restrictions provided by your physician. These include fasting 8 hours prior to MRI of Abdomen and MRCP.
You can wear regular clothing as long as it is free of metal (zippers, buttons, etc). You must remove all metal objects, including jewelry, and electronic devices (such as a watch), as these will interfere with the test and may be damaged by the strong magnetic field within the MRI scanner.
Take any medications as prescribed by your physician.
No food or drink after midnight the evening prior to your scan.
Patients who are over age 65, or are diabetic, or have a history of renal disease are required to have a current creatinine before administering IV contrast material.
