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MR Angiography

MR Angiography (MRA) utilizes MR technology to provide detailed images of blood vessels. It’s able to detect, diagnose and guide the treatment of heart disorders, stroke and a variety of blood vessel diseases. A special form of IV contrast called gadolinium is often used in MR imaging to improve the quality of the images. When compared to a standard angiography, MRA uses less contrast and does not require insertion of a catheter directly into an artery. It also is a more cost-effective alternative with no significant recovery time.

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What should I expect? Expand

You will be placed on a special table and positioned inside the opening of the MRI scanner. A typical exam requires anywhere from two to six imaging sequences, each lasting from two to 10 minutes. Each sequence provides a specific angle at a specified degree of image clarity or contrast. Depending on the study, the total exam time can range from 10 to 60 minutes. If contrast medium is required, this will be administered via IV.

How do I prepare? Expand

Since you will be positioned within a large, very strong magnet, you must remove all loose metal objects. Doing so is important for your safety and the safety of our staff, and to ensure proper functioning of the equipment. You may be asked to change into a gown unless you are wearing clothing that is metal-free. Please let us know ahead of time if any of the following applies to you:

  • Cardiac Pacemaker
  • Artificial heart valve prosthesis
  • Eye Implants or metal ear implants
  • Any metal implants activated electronically, magnetically, or mechanically
  • Aneurysm clips
  • Copper 7 IUD
  • Penile implant
  • Shrapnel or non-removed bullet
  • Pregnancy
  • Claustrophobia
  • Any metal puncture(s) or fragment(s) in the eye

If fasting is necessary for your procedure, you’ll be instructed well in advance. Patients not receiving sedation should arrive 30 minutes prior to the exam time in order to register. If your procedure has been scheduled with sedation or anesthesia, please arrive 1 hour prior to the exam time. Do not take prescribed sedation medications until you are instructed to do so by the technologist. If you have any questions about your medications, please call the center where you are being scanned and ask to speak with a technologist. All patients receiving sedation must have someone with them to drive them home after the procedure.

When will I get the results? Expand

One of our subspecialized physicians will review your scan and send a report to your physician. Your physician will contact you to discuss the results.

Which locations offer MR Angiography? Expand

Carolinas Imaging Services – Ballantyne
Carolinas Imaging Services – Huntersville
Carolinas Imaging Services – SouthPark
Carolinas Imaging Services – Rock Hill
Atrium Imaging of Indian Trail
Carolina Medical Center
CHS-NorthEast MRI
Carolina Medical Center University
Carolina Medical Center Mercy
Carolina Medical Center Pineville
Carolina Medical Center Union
Carolina Medical Center Lincoln
Carolinas Healthcare System - NorthEast
Carolinas Healthcare System - NorthEast Outpatient Imaging - Copperfield

How do I schedule a MR Angiography? Expand

This procedure requires a physician referral. Typically your referring physician will schedule an appointment for you. If you have been asked to schedule the appointment yourself, please have your physician's order and any pre-authorization information required by your insurance or health plan provider in hand, and call 704-442-4390.

What about billing and/or insurance coverage? Expand

Please check with your insurance plan to confirm that the procedure is covered. You may be responsible for all or a portion of the bill.  Payment may be required at the time of service. For questions regarding insurance coverage, and/or billing please call 704-362-7020.

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