Before your appointment

Prepare for your MRI with confidence.

Short steps to help you prepare your items, review safety questions, and know what will happen inside the examination room.

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Preparation progress

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You can return and update it at any time.

This guide is for general preparation and does not replace the instructions of the radiology center or the doctor. When in doubt, contact the center before your appointment.

Your space now

Three minutes is enough to get started

Preparation ChecklistCheck the basics before leaving Safety CheckImportant questions about metals and devices What to expect?The scan journey step-by-step Operating the MachineHow the team manages the imaging session

Step 1

Preparation checklist

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Check off each point as you complete it. Some instructions vary depending on the type of examination, so always follow your center's instructions.

Step 2

Safety questions

Stays on your device

Answer what you know now. These questions do not provide medical clearance, but they help you remember what to inform the radiology team about.

Step 3

What to expect during the examination?

Arrival and changing

The team will ask you to remove metal items and wear what is appropriate for the scan.

Preparation

You will lie on a table and a pillow or headphones will be placed for comfort.

Imaging

You will hear repetitive sounds. Stay still and communicate with the team when needed.

After finishing

Return to your normal routine unless the doctor tells you otherwise.

Additional Information

How is the MRI machine operated?

Managed by the radiology team

The patient does not need to operate the machine or touch any control panel. The radiology team handles the setup and imaging and monitors you at all times.

Safety Screening

The team verifies answers, devices, and metallic materials before entering the MRI room.

Positioning

You lie on the table and the required area is gently secured, then headphones or earplugs are used.

Starting Sequences

The table moves to the center of the machine, and the team begins multiple scans with repetitive sounds.

Communication and Monitoring

You can speak with the team or use the alarm button if you feel uncomfortable or need to stop.

This section is for awareness only. Do not attempt to operate the machine or bring any objects into the room, and always follow the radiology team's instructions.