About Careers Patient Login Pay Online On-Demand Appointment Home For Patients Medical Services Clinic Locations Physician Directory Contact What is MRI? Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a form of imaging that utilizes magnetized fields to look inside the human body. In certain instances, a contrast injection may be administered to enhance the study. There are no extra precautions if your physician requires this type of study. A typical procedure averages 60 minutes or longer depending on the type of scan being performed. You will be required to remain still during the MRI examination. Breathe normally and relax. Once the exam has begun, you will hear a knocking sound that represents changes in the magnetic field. This is a normal part of the process. During your MRI examination, a technologist will be able to see you at all times. An intercom system allows communication between the patient and the technologist. How should I prepare? No special preparation is required prior to the MRI exam. You may eat normally and go about your daily routine. Continue to take any medication prescribed by your doctor unless otherwise directed. Prior to your exam, you will be asked to leave items that are not compatible with a magnetic field in a safe place outside the scan room. A list of some of these items may include: Coins Jewelry Watches Glasses Credit cards Hearing aides Keys Hair pins Other metal objects You will be asked about the presence of implants and similar items during your interview prior to your exam. Some of these may include the following: Pacemaker Neuro-stimulated (Tens-unit) Metal implants Intrauterine devise (IUD), etc. Aneurysm clips Surgical staples Implanted drug infusion device Foreign metal objects in the eye Shrapnel or bullet wounds Permanent eyeliner CLINIC LOCATIONS Indian Hills Morningside Northside Dakota Dunes South Sioux City BECOME A PATIENT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER * indicates required Email Address * First Name Last Name RECENT POSTS Season’s Eatings: 5 Holiday Tips for People with Diabetes Healthy Hacks for Halloween Candy Healthy & Happy: 5 Fun Activities for Kids this Fall! 10 Important Things You Can Do for Your Health 5 Tips for a Healthy, Active Summer Welcome to FHC History, Mission, Values Hours Patient Resources Patient Login Make a Payment On-Demand Appointment Services Physicians/Locations Indian Hills Morningside Northside Dakota Dunes South Sioux City Corporate Office Centers/Programs Urgent Care Imaging Center Sleep Center Vascular Screening CT (Cat Scan) Imaging Vein Ablation Get in Touch Contact Information Additional Resources FAQ’s Blog Career Opportunities Employee Login Privacy Practices Adult Immunization Schedule Child Immunization Schedule Notice of Non-Discrimination Tag Lines/Language Assistance Beneficiary Notification Form Health Resources Vascular Screening American Diabetes Association American Heart Association National Osteporosis Foundation Web MD Cancer Iowa American Cancer Society American Lung Association © 2019 - Family Health Care of Siouxland Translate »