Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Abdomen How To Prepare
Before your MRI test, tell your doctor and the MRI technologist
if you: - Are allergic to any medicines. The contrast material
used for MRI does not contain iodine. If you know that you are
allergic to the contrast material used for the MRI, tell your
doctor before having another test. - Are or might be pregnant. -
Have any metal implanted in your body. This helps your doctor
know if the test is safe for you. Tell your doctor if you have:
- Heart and blood vessel devices such as a coronary artery
stent, pacemaker, ICD (implantable cardioverter-defibrillator),
or metal heart valve. - Metal pins, clips, or metal parts in
your body, including artificial limbs and dental work or braces.
- Any other implanted medical device, such as a medicine
infusion pump or a cochlear implant. - Cosmetic metal implants,
such as in your ears, or tattooed eyeliner. - Had recent surgery
on a blood vessel. In some cases, you may not be able to have
the MRI test. - Have