MRI Brain with Craniovertebral (CV) Junction
Also referred as
MRI CV Junction
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Craniovertebral Junction
MRI – Craniovertebral Juction (CVJ)
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A Brain Magnetic Resonance Imagining (MRI) with CV (craniovertebral) junction creates a picture of the back of the head, the foramen magnum (hole in the base of the skull), the first two cervical vertebrae, and surrounding soft tissues.
This test is prescribed by the doctor to diagnose cranial nerve and vertebral arteries problems and to detect causes of congenital abnormalities from childhood.
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Test Information is reviewed by: Dr. Swati Gupta (Anand), MBBS, MD Lab Medicine and written by Dr. Lipika Khurana, BDS, PGDHHM . The test details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any test. Last updated on: 11th Aug 2026
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This package is designed with everyone’s overall health considerations in mind, offering assessments to address a wide range of wellness needs.
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Report delivery
Standard time
12 hrs
For slots after 11 AM, report will be delivered in 48 hours.
Preparations
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You might be asked to remove metallic coins, jewelry, metal wristwatches, metallic keys, dentures, or hearing aids, as the MRI uses strong magnetic fields.
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Tell your radiologist if you have metallic implants like pacemakers, cochlear implants, aneurysm clips, neuro-stimulators, surgical staples/clips, or drug implants.
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Pregnant women should inform their doctor about their pregnancy before going for an MRI.
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Informed consent is required.
Why is this test booked?
1
To diagnose cranial nerve and vertebral arteries problems (blockage/compression)
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To detect cause of congenital abnormalities from childhood like under development of the brain
3
To find out stenosis (abnormal narrowing of a body channel due to blockage), chordoma (skull base, spine cancer), tuberculosis, rickets and osteoporosis.
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