Your Guide to a Stress-Free MRI Scan in Kolkata – Clear Images, Instant Results

1. What is MRI scan?

Think of an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) machine as a gigantic, smart camera. But it is different from an X-ray or CT scan. It uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create pictures of your body.

It does not use ionizing radiation (X-rays). This makes it very safe. The machine takes pictures in thin layers. These single images are called “slices.” One exam can produce thousands of these slices. They can be stored on a computer or printed on film.

2. What body parts can you scan?

We can scan almost any part of the body to find the root cause of your pain. Common types of MRI exams we perform include:

• Abdominal MRI (stomach and organs)
• MRI scan brain
• Cervical MRI (neck)
• Chest MRI
• Cranial MRI (brain)
• Heart MRI
• Cardiac mri scan
• Lumbar MRI (lower back)
• Pelvic MRI (hips and reproductive organs)
• MRA & MRV (looking at blood vessels and veins)
• knee mri scan

3. How should I prepare for the test?

Preparation is simple, but strict rules apply for your safety.

• Food and Drink: You may be asked not to eat or drink anything for 4 to 6 hours before the scan.
• Clothing: Wear comfortable clothes without zippers or snaps. Sweatpants and a t-shirt are perfect. If your clothes have metal, we will ask you to wear a hospital gown.
• Arrival: Arrive a bit early to fill out safety forms.

4. I have metal in my body. Is that safe?

This is the most critical safety check. Because the MRI uses strong magnets, metal objects are dangerous. They can move or heat up.
Tell your provider immediately if you have:

• Heart pacemaker or defibrillator.
• Brain aneurysm clips.
• Artificial heart valves.
• Inner ear (cochlear) implants.
• Recently placed artificial joints.
• Vascular stents.

Important Note for Workers: If you have ever worked with sheet metal, tell us. Tiny metal fragments might be in your eyes. We may need to check your eyes before the scan to prevent injury.

5. What items are banned from the room?

The magnet is always “on.” You cannot bring metal into the room.

• Jewelry and Watches: These can be damaged.
• Credit Cards: The magnet will erase them.
• Hearing Aids: Must be removed.
• Loose Items: Pens, pocketknives, and eyeglasses can fly across the room.
• Dental Work: Removable dentures should be taken out just before the scan.

6. How is the test performed?

You will lie on a narrow table. This table slides into the large tunnel-shaped scanner.

• Coils: We might place small plastic devices, called coils, around the body part we are studying. For example, a “head coil” goes around your head. These act like antennas to send radio waves and improve image quality.
• Monitoring: You are never alone. The technician watches you through a window from another room.
• Communication: An intercom allows you to speak to us at any time.

7. Will it hurt? How will it feel?

The cardiac mri scan or MRI scan itself causes absolutely no pain.

• Comfort: Our 1.5 TESLA MRI scan machine has a comfortable, big, broad open face so that our patients don’t feel uncomfortable or claustrophobic.
• Noise: Our recently advanced mri scan machine is 100% soundless. Most of the mari machine makes loud thumping and humming noises. But you will get a silent MRI scan service at Eskag Sanjeevani hospitals kolkata.
• Anxiety: If you are claustrophobic (afraid of small spaces), tell us. We can help you relax. Our 1.5 Tesla machine is wider and more comfortable than older models.

8. Why do I need “Contrast Dye”?

Some exams require a special dye called gadolinium. It helps the radiologist see tumors, infection, or blood vessels more clearly.

How it’s given: It is injected through a vein (IV) in your hand or arm.
Kidney Warning: This dye is generally safe. However, if you have kidney disease or are on dialysis, tell us. The dye can be retained in the body and cause rare skin or organ damage in kidney patients. We screen for this to keep you safe.

9. Why did my doctor order this test?

An MRI gives us a look inside your body that other tests cannot. It is used to:

• Diagnose an infection.
• Identify masses, tumors, or cancer.
• Study blood vessels (Angiography).
• Guide a doctor to the right area during a biopsy.
• Check for soft tissue injuries in the knee or shoulder.

10. How long does MRI Scan brain take?

Patience is key. Most of the mri scan in kolkata usually lasts 30 to 60 minutes. It may take longer if we need detailed views. You must lie very still. Too much movement blurs the “slices” and causes errors.

11. What about my contact lenses while MRI scan?

We recommend you do not wear them. Some lenses can dry out or irritate your eyes during the long scan. Please wear your glasses to the center.

12. When will I get my results after MRI scan at Eskag Sanjeevani Hospitals?

At Eskag Sanjeevani, we value your time. MRI or ct scan, you will get your reports within 10 minutes. For many standard scans, we provide an accurate report in just 10 minutes after the scan is processed. You can consult your doctor immediately.