MRI Sella Brain with Contrast (MRI)

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This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

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
Get the blood urea and creatinine test done to evaluate kidney function and to ensure safety of contrast before taking up the procedure.

Understanding MRI Sella Brain with Contrast (MRI)

What is MRI Sella Brain with Contrast (MRI)?

A Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Sella Brain with Contrast create a picture of the pituitary gland and the sella depression (which holds the pituitary) 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 detect empty sella syndrome (ESS) as a congenital abnormality and to find out the presence of any tumor or abnormal mass growth in or around the pituitary gland.

What is MRI Sella Brain with Contrast (MRI) used for?

To detect empty sella syndrome (ESS) as a congenital abnormalities with symptoms like headache and visual disturbance due to increased brain fluid pressure (CSF).
To diagnose acromegaly, diabetes insipidus, hypothyroidism and other hormonal problems.
To find out the presence of any tumor/cyst or abnormal mass growth in or around the pituitary gland.
To determine any calcification of the sella region or pituitary gland.