Why would a doctor request MRI?

A doctor may request an MRI for a variety of reasons, including:

* To diagnose a medical condition. MRI can be used to diagnose a wide range of medical conditions, including tumors, strokes, injuries, and infections.

* To evaluate the extent of a medical condition. MRI can help doctors determine the size and location of a medical condition, which can be helpful in planning treatment.

* To monitor the treatment of a medical condition. MRI can be used to track the progress of a medical condition over time and to determine if treatment is effective.

* To guide a medical procedure. MRI can be used to guide certain medical procedures, such as biopsies and surgeries.

Because MRI does not use radiation, it is often the preferred imaging method for pregnant women and children. Additionally, MRI allows very specific images to be collected and, in some cases, may detect problems not seen on ultrasound or even x-ray CT scans.