Diagnostic clinic, radiology lab, or hospital. Radiologist or qualified technician. Risks and precautions None, unless the patient has an implanted pacemaker or other implanted metal devices. All jewelry, hair clips, and other metal objects must be removed. Otherwise, no special preparation is required.
Computers record the activity of the hydrogen atoms and translate that into images.
At certain points during the test, the noise will stop and you will be able to hear instructions from the doctor or technician administering the test. Variations Echoplanar MRI is a new technique that allows for rapid accumulation of data such as cardiac motion. After the test After the Test You can resume your pretest activities immediately. Results available when Often within a few hours. Interpretation A radiologist or other medical specialist interprets the results.