MRI: Brain Scan: How to prepare and what to expect - 01/2026

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

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

Author
Radiology/Imaging Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2005
Revision Date
01/2026
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General Subject
Diagnostic Tests
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Brain
Head
MRI Scan (magnetic resonance imaging scan)
Radiology
Languages
English
Russian
Spanish
Vietnamese
PE Number
PE0372