Purpose and Procedure of MRI Breast

In this article, we will discuss the uses and procedure of MRI in detecting the breast abnormalities. We will also discuss some common questions related to MRI breast.

Breast MRI is the non invasive diagnostic technique that uses magnetic field with the computer generated radio waves for the production of clear images. These images are used for the detection of abnormalities in the breasts. Patient should look for breast MRI if he suspects any abnormality like lump, blood through nipples, and change in shape of breast. It is very useful tool in diagnosis of breast cancer, tumors and other abnormal condition. MRI is preferred tool for breast abnormalities because it doesn’t use any radiation for the diagnosis purpose. MRI breast can be done with or without contrast. If healthcare expert needs clear images, he can suggest for contrast MRI. Patient should always consult doctor before going for MRI as contrast material can cause some side effects.

What is Breast MRI?

Breast MRI is the radiological diagnostic procedure, which is sued for the detection of breast abnormalities. It is used to look for the cancers, tumors, change in shape of breast, lumps etc. in the breast. MRI breast can be done with or without contrast based on the need or suggested by the healthcare expert. Breasts are the mammary glands used to feed the off springs in the females. These breasts are made up of connective tissue, fats, breast tissues etc. to make the milk.

What is Breast MRI With Contrast?

Breast MRI contrast is the advanced level of simple breast MRI. In this procedure, contrast material like gadolinium based contrast agents is used. This contrast is rare earth metal which alters the properties of water and helps to provide the high resolution images for easy and early detection of abnormality.

What is the Purpose of MRI Breast?

MRI Breast is the diagnostic technique used to look for the breast abnormalities. There are various purposes of MRI Breast and these are:

To show any kind of lesions in the breasts
To show the lumps or tumors in the breasts
To look for breast cancers
To differentiate benign and malignant breast tumors
To look for the spread of breast cancer
To look for intensity of breast cancer
To look for anatomical changes in the breasts
To look for BRAC gene mutations in the breasts

These are some of the purposes of the MRI breasts and healthcare expert can suggest contrast or without contrast as per the need of the test.

What is the Procedure of MRI Breast?

MRI Breast is performed in the MRI scanning machine; patient is advised to lie on the bed which is attached to MRI scanner. The bed slides into the scanner for the diagnosis purpose and helps to produce the images of abnormalities. Before going for the scan, patient should keep all the jewelleries or metallic wearing at home or remove before the scan. These can impact the test result as magnetic waves can attract metals. Patient should also alert about any metallic implants or pacemaker in the body. In case of breast contrast MRI, patent should consult the doctor before and reveal any allergies because contrast material can cause some side effects. Doctor can suggest the MRI type based on the patient condition.

What are the Different types of MRI Scans available at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre other than Breast MRI scan?

Here is the list of MRI scans available at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre other than Breast MRI scan.

MRI Heart scan (Book Now)
MRI Chest scan (Book Now)
MRI Whole Body scan (Book Now)
MRI Screening of KUB scan (Book Now)
MRI Breast scan (Book Now)
MRI Neck plain scan (Book Now)
MRI Pelvis scan (Book Now)
MRI Cervical Spine (Book Now)
MRI Screening KUB (Book Now)

Conclusion

Breast MRI is the diagnostic technique used to look for the abnormalities in the breast. It is preferred diagnostic tool because it does not involve radiation exposure and gives specific results. The Breast MRI is suggested by the doctor when the patient is having any lump, tumors, cancers etc. like abnormalities. MRI breast can be contrast or without contrast depending on the need and condition of the patient. Contrast MRI breast give more clear images that helps in easy and early detection of the abnormalities and its treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is MRI Breast scan?

MRI Breast scan is the diagnostic procedure that uses magnetic waves for the detection of abnormalities in the breasts.

What is MRI Breast scan with contrast?

MRI Breast scan with contrast is an diagnostic tool what uses the contrast material for the detection of abnormalities, This scan give more clear images for easy and early detection.