An MRI involves a 45- to 60-minute procedure that uses magnetism and radiowaves to visualize normal and abnormal tissue that cannot be picked up by a simple x-ray. You are ask to lie on an exam table, and the machine surrounds the body part to be examined. The machine makes a "knocking" sound as it goes around to create the picture. It may be necessary to give you contrast material (a liquid that shows up on the MRI) intravenously during the exam.
Preparation
All age groups: Most of the time, NPO is not necessary.
Sedation: If your child requires sedation, the nurses will contact you and ask you to arrive an hour and a half before the appointment.
Important: Please inform your physician if you has a pacemaker, implant rods or aneurysm clips. Please fill out the MR form prior to your appointment and bring it with you to your appointment.
Preparing for an examination
