MRI Dorsolumbar Spine

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Brand: Tata 1mg
SKU: MRI Dorsolumbar Spine
Price: 6000 INR
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This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

At the time of the MRI you might be asked to remove any metallic coins, jewelry, metal wrist watches, metallic keys, dentures or hearing aids as the MRI uses strong magnetic fields
Tell your radiologist if you have metallic implants like pacemaker, cochlear implants, aneurysm clips, neuro-stimulator, surgical staples/clips or drug implants
Pregnant women should inform their doctor about their pregnancy before going for MRI

Understanding MRI Dorsolumbar Spine

What is MRI Dorsolumbar Spine?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a type of scan that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to capture detailed images of different parts of the body. The MRI of dorsolumbar spine is used to visualize lower thoracic & upper lumbar region of spine. The test is used to detect various disorders such as sponydylitis, spinal stenosis, tumours or infections of the spine. You may need this test if you have severe low back pain, history or signs of cancer, low back injury & multiple sclerosis. The procedure is painless and safe as it is radiationless.

What is MRI Dorsolumbar Spine used for?

To find the cause of the lower back pain that lasts for a long time
To look for any injury or fracture of the spinal bones (vertebrae)
To diagnose any suspected tumors (abnormal growth), arthritis, osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) or infections of the spine
To detect suspected disc problems like spondylolisthesis (dislocation or slipping of one vertebra over the other), degeneration of the disc or herniated disc
To look for any abnormalities in the curvature of the spine like lordosis (excessive inward curve of spine), kyphosis (excessive outward curve of spine also known as hunch back), scoliosis (side to side abnormal curvature) or birth defects