MRI Brain Stroke MRA H&N & ASL Contrast
24 hours
45 minutes
Midline
4 Hrs fasting required for All MRI contrast study.
Kidney function test (creatinine / eGFR) required .
Declare all allergies, prior contrast reactions, and renal impairment.
Declare pregnancy — gadolinium is avoided in the first trimester unless essential. • Inform the team if you have a cardiac pacemaker, cochlear implant, aneurysm clip, deep brain,stimulator, or any other implanted device. • Bring previous MRI, CT, or X-ray reports and any surgical implant records. • All jewellery. Remove bra with underwire — a gown will be provided.
After the scan,
Drink plenty of fluids. Resume normal activities.
Cannula removed after the scan.
What is MRI Brain Stroke MRA H&N & ASL Contrast
MRI Brain Stroke MRA H&N & ASL Contrast Brain, Head & Neck Arteries, and Cerebral Perfusion Comprehensive contrast-enhanced MRI stroke protocol including brain MRI, MR angiography of head and neck vessels, and Arterial Spin Labeling (ASL) perfusion imaging for evaluation of acute and chronic cerebrovascular disorders, vascular occlusions, stenosis, and cerebral perfusion abnormalities.