Description
Test Preparation
To ensure accurate results, follow these preparation guideline:
Pre-Test Guidelines:
• Fasting:
Typically, no fasting is required unless contrast dye is used.
• Hydration:
Drink plenty of water before the test unless instructed otherwise.
• Medications:
Continue taking prescribed medications unless instructed otherwise.
Inform your doctor if you take blood thinners, diabetes medications (e.g., Metformin), or any neuro-related drugs.
• Avoid Stimulants:
Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and smoking for 12 hours before the test, as they may interfere with metabolic readings.
• Allergy & Medical History:
Inform your doctor if you have metal implants (pacemakers, artificial joints, aneurysm clips, or stents), as MRI uses strong magnetic fields.
o Let the doctor know if you are pregnant or claustrophobic.
On the Day of the Test:
• Clothing & Accessories:
Wear loose-fitting clothing without metal parts (zippers, buttons, or wires).
Remove jewelry, hearing aids, glasses, and metallic objects before the scan.
During the MRI + MR Spectroscopy Scan:
• The scan takes 45-90 minutes, depending on the area being examined.
• You will lie still inside the MRI machine while images are taken.
• If contrast dye is needed, it will be injected through an IV line.
• The MRI machine makes loud knocking or buzzing sounds; earplugs or headphones may be provided.
• MRS scans may take extra time as they analyze tissue biochemistry.


