MRI Cranio-Vertebral (C V) Junction with Contrast
Also referred as
MRI – CRANIOVERTEBRAL JUNCTION (CVJ) with contrast
For men & women
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A Brain Magnetic Resonance Imagining (MRI) with CV (craniovertebral) junction with Contrast 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. The contrast helps in increasing the visibility of the internal organs and hence improves the sensitivity and diagnostic accuracy of the MRI scan.
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: 30th May 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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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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Creatinine blood test reports are required (not older than 15 days).
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One attendant is mandatory for this test.
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Informed consent is required.
Why is this test booked?
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To diagnose vertebral artery compression, cranial (brainbox) nerve compression and obstructive hydrocephalus (blockage of Cerebrospinal fluid) and syringomyelia
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To detect stenosis (narrowing of the foramen magnum), compression of the brain stem/spinal cord which leads to neckaches, headaches, neck aches
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To analyze neuron palsy (neuro-degenerative disease which leads to death of brain cells and decrease in brain volume
4
To find out cancers like osteofibroma and chordoma
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