MRI Neck with Contrast

• Painless: No incisions or radiation.
• Quick: 30–45 minutes total appointment time.
• Precise: Combines 3T magnet strength with intravenous gadolinium for enhanced detail of blood vessels and lesions.

• Cervical vertebrae alignment – checks for fractures, alignment issues.
• Disc spaces & spinal cord – evaluates disc herniation, cord compression.
• Lymph nodes – size, shape, enhancement patterns.
• Thyroid & parathyroid glands – masses, nodules, cysts.
• Salivary glands – obstruction, tumors, inflammation.

• Detect and evaluate masses or inflammation not seen on plain scans.
• Monitor treatment response after surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy.
• Clarify ambiguous findings from ultrasound or CT.

Consider booking an MRI neck with contrast if you or your doctor notice:

• Persistent or unexplained neck pain
• Swelling or visible lumps in the neck
• Hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or breathing issues
• Suspected tumors, infections, vascular malformations, or lymph-node enlargement

• 3T high-resolution imaging: Twice the clarity of 1.5T systems.
• Same-day online reports: Secure PDF delivered to your phone or email.
• Comfortable wide-bore scanner: Reduces claustrophobia; accommodates larger patients.
• Expert technologists: Trained in pediatric and adult positioning.
• Flexible slots: 7 am – 9 pm, including Sundays.

• Fast 4 hours beforehand only if advised by your doctor (usually not required).
• Remove all metal: Jewelry, watches, hairpins, removable dental work.
• Inform staff about pacemakers, stents, or prior contrast reactions.
• Arrive 20 minutes early for paperwork and IV line placement.

• Kidney function test (KFT): Required within 30 days for gadolinium safety.
• Screening questionnaire: Covers implants, allergies, and pregnancy.
• Previous imaging: Bring old scans for comparison.

• Morning slots (7–10 am): Lower wait times, faster report processing.
• Avoid during fever or active infection; inform staff if you’re on antibiotics.

• Adults & children over 5 years (younger kids may need sedation).
• Pregnancy: Always disclose; contrast deferred until after delivery unless critical.

1. Check-in at reception; verify ID and consent.
2. IV line insertion in arm vein.
3. Positioning on scanner table; foam cushions stabilize the head.
4. Contrast injection halfway through the scan (takes 10 seconds).
5. Image acquisition – you’ll hear knocking sounds; stay still for 20–30 minutes.
6. Post-scan observation for 10 minutes to monitor for reactions.

• Claustrophobia: Mention it; low-dose oral sedation is available.
• Contrast reactions: List any prior itching, swelling, or breathing issues.
• Implant cards: Bring device identification cards if you have implants.