MRI Sacral Spine with Contrast (MRI)

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Also known as MRI Sacral Spine – With Contrast , MRI of Sacrum (With Gadolinium) Contrast-Enhanced

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Get the blood urea and creatinine test done to evaluate kidney function and to ensure safety of contrast before taking up the procedure.
Depending on the area to be imaged, you may be asked to wear a hospital gown at the time of the scan.
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 Sacral Spine with Contrast (MRI)

What is MRI Sacral Spine with Contrast (MRI)?

Magnetic Resonance Imagining (MRI) Sacral Spine is used to visualize the sacrum (a triangular bone at the end of the spine) and the surrounding soft tissues like muscles.

This test is prescribed by the doctor to diagnose the cause of lower back pain (lumbago), sciatic pain, or inflammation of the lumbosacral joints, and to find out the presence of any tumor or abnormal mass growth in the lumbo sacral vertebrae or surrounding soft tissues.

What is MRI Sacral Spine with Contrast (MRI) used for?

To diagnose the cause of lower back pain (lumbago), sciatic pain or inflammation of the lumbo sacral joints
To detect herniating (bulging) discs, arthritis, decalcification of the vertebral bones (osteoporosis), degenerative disc disease, spinal arthritis
To find out the presence of any tumor/cyst/abnormal mass growth in the lumbo sacral vertebraes or surrounding soft tissues.
To look for any injury or fracture of the sacrum or tailbone