MRI Pituitary Gland - Test, Procedure & Cost

An MRI Pituitary gland is a test used to diagnose the pituitary mass glands of the patient’s brain. 

Why done?

The MRI Pituitary gland test helps doctors to examine the glands and nearby structures, such as the sella, turcica, funnel, optic nerve intersection, and others. It determines the cysts, tumors, and other abnormalities present in the glands. 

The procedure of MRI Pituitary Gland:

The test involves a powerful magnetic field, radiofrequency pulses, and a computer to develop pictures of your body organs, especially the pituitary gland. 

How one is prepared for the test?

The patient having sedation must drink a lot of water before the test. Also, the clothes must be comfortable and loose so that they could easily be taken off. Along with this, one must get rid of the braces and other accessories to avoid issues.

Required documents

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

Aftercare:

Patients who were not on sedation can resume their work as usual. On the other hand, the one with the sedation should rest for an hour or two until the sedation has worn off. The one with contrast dye must drink lots of water to flush it out. Also, remain away from kids and ladies for a couple of days.

Cost of MRI Pituitary Gland

This test costs around Rs.8000-9000 Reach a certified diagnostic centre like Ganesh Diagnostic as early as possible for the best results.