MRI Brain Perfusion

An MRI Brain Perfusion is a type of brain test that reveals the amount of blood taken up in certain areas of your brain using a particular MRI sequence. It provides information on the functioning of your brain.

Why done?

The MRI Brain Perfusion is done to make assessment of acute stroke or intracranial tumors. It is a promising imagining tool that is used to evaluate stroke, brain tumors, and patients with neurodegenerative diseases.

Procedure

During the brain Perfusion MRI, your radiologist may use radiotracer which is injected into a vein of your arm. The radiologist uses a special camera to detect the tiny radioactive particles produced by the radiotracer.

How does one prepare for test?

You do not have to prepare much for the test. You can eat, drink and take your medicines as usual. You may have to fast for 4-6 hours or as instructed by the technologist prior to test if you are ordered other test.

Required documents

• Doctor's prescription slip
• Documents related to medical history
• Any valid ID proof for verification

After care

After the test, you can go home and can resume normal activities and diet right after the test. You will be notified by your healthcare provider if you need to take any special precautions. Also make sure that you maintain safe distance from ladies and children for next 5-6 days until radiotracers remove of your body.

Cost of MRI Brain Perfusion

This test costs around Rs.16000-17000 Reach certified diagnostic centre like Ganesh Diagnostic as early as possible for best results.