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MRI: Spine Scan: How to prepare and what to expect - 06/2021

MRI: Spine Scan: How to prepare and what to expect
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Abstract

This handout describes the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam of the spine. It includes how the exam works, how it is done, how to prepare for it, what to expect, and how to get the test results.

Author
Radiology/Imaging Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2005
Revision Date
06/2021
General Subject
Diagnostic Tests
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
MRI Scan (magnetic resonance imaging scan)
Radiology
Languages
English
Record ID
3074