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Abdominal MRI (liver, pancreas, kidneys)

Liver lesions (LI-RADS), pancreas, kidney masses.

General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.

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Liver lesions (LI-RADS), pancreas, kidney masses. What it shows: Liver lesions (LI-RADS), pancreas, kidney masses. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional

Sources: SI health summary (own words); decoder imaging pack; RadiologyInfo.org and MedlinePlus as references only

What it shows

Liver lesions (LI-RADS), pancreas, kidney masses.

Why it is done

Characterise a mass found on ultrasound or CT.

Preparation

Remove all metal. Tell staff about pacemakers, implants, metal fragments, kidney disease or pregnancy. Ear protection is given; tell staff if you are claustrophobic.

Radiation & safety

No ionising radiation (magnetic field and radio waves). Safe in pregnancy (MRI: discuss in the first trimester; avoid gadolinium contrast unless essential).

How long it takes

30 to 60 minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.

Related conditions

entry-health-condition-cirrhosis

Where to get this near you

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Common questions

Why is Abdominal MRI (liver, pancreas, kidneys) done?
Characterise a mass found on ultrasound or CT.

How do I prepare for Abdominal MRI (liver, pancreas, kidneys)?
Remove all metal. Tell staff about pacemakers, implants, metal fragments, kidney disease or pregnancy. Ear protection is given; tell staff if you are claustrophobic.

Is Abdominal MRI (liver, pancreas, kidneys) safe in pregnancy?
No ionising radiation (magnetic field and radio waves). Safe in pregnancy (MRI: discuss in the first trimester; avoid gadolinium contrast unless essential).

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Sources: SI health summary (own words); decoder imaging pack; RadiologyInfo.org and MedlinePlus as references only

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