Understanding the MRI

With the use of a powerful magnet, radio waves, and modern computer technology, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) creates painless, entirely noninvasive scans of the body's many organs and structures. A significant portion of the body may be imaged with MRI in a short amount of time, and it can be used to examine practically any body area.

The use of MRI scans is highly helpful in the diagnosis of a wide range of illnesses and anomalies, including malignant tumors and problems with the hip joint. Studying the spinal cord, brain, heart, and eyes using them is also highly helpful.

According on the size of the area to be scanned and the quantity of pictures acquired, an MRI scan normally takes 30 to 60 minutes.