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After your scan, your radiologist’s report will be emailed to you in PDF format within seven business days. Additionally, digital copies of your images are available as needed for further care. Accessing the images differs depending on the scanning site you choose. Some websites utilize IEP (Image Exchange Portal), while others require the completion of an image request form. Refer to the results email for additional information.
A MRI scan surpasses an X-ray. utilizing a magnetic field, numerous images of your body are captured. The scans cover every spot, regardless of size. There are MRI scans specifically designed for the head, carotid arteries, neck, back, upper abdomen, lower abdomen, lungs, chest, feet and ankles, knees, hips, pelvis, and shoulder.
Open MRI scanners are designed differently to traditional scanners, and are better suited to people with claustrophobia or anxiety. Instead of lying on a flat bed that is moved into the traditional tunnel-shaped scanner, an open MRI allows you to see the room around you more clearly. It usually has magnets above and below you, rather than all around you.
- A pre-scan consultation from one of our medical team over the phone or via email.
- A written referral by our medical team, using the information from your consultation.
- An MRI scan at your chosen scanning centre.
- A written report on your scan by a consultant radiologist.
- Access to copies of your scan images, which are downloadable, as required.
- A post-scan consultation with one of our medical team if there are any adverse findings in your scan.
MRI scans themselves do not cause any side effects, but you may experience side effects if your consultant requires you to have a contrast agent for your scan. These are normally mild and subside quickly. Examples include headache, nausea and a warming sensation, and in extremely rare cases allergic reactions to contrast agents can occur.