MRI Liver Scan - Test, Procedure & Cost

A Liver MRI scan is an effective diagnostic technique that is painless and non-invasive. It uses strong magnets and radiowaves to produce scan images of the liver. The test doesn't use any radiation, making the test safe in terms of radiation hazards.

MRI liver scan uses magnetic resonance imaging to produce detailed scan images of the liver and its related structures. The scan images of the liver help in diagnosing diseases of the liver such as liver tumors, blockages in blood vessels of the liver, or cysts of the liver, etc.

The magnetic resonance imaging of the liver produces high-resolution images of the liver that can help in visualisation of the fat in the liver, thereby helping in the diagnosis of fatty liver.

The MRI Liver scan can help in the diagnosis of liver diseases such as liver damage, hepatitis, hemochromatosis, fatty liver diseases, or diseases affecting blood flow of the liver.

You should remove all the metal-containing objects such as jewellery, hairpins, rings, watches etc. You should inform your doctor about any known allergy or medication that you are currently taking. You do not need to fast before the exam. Any other specific instructions will be given by your healthcare provider beforehand.

You cannot take the scan if you have non-removable metal devices such as a prosthetic leg or arm, cochlear implants, nonremovable hearing aids, stents, coils, cardiac pacemakers, nerve stimulators, and other devices.

An MRI Liver scan is a safe, painless, and non-invasive diagnostic technique that uses a magnetic field to produce scan images of the liver. The scan has a sensitivity of 84% and a specificity of 94% in detecting liver diseases and conditions.

To Clear any doubts regarding your MRI liver scan, you can get a free consultation from our doctor, Dr. Ravin Sharma (MBBS, MD in Radiology) who is available at our centre with Mob. no- +919212125996 and availability 24*7*365 days.