MRI Left Leg

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Depending on the area to be imaged, you may be asked to wear a hospital gown at the time of the scan.
You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Understanding MRI Left Leg

What is MRI Left Leg?

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Left Leg visualizes the bone and soft tissues of the left leg and allows the doctor to distinguish normal, healthy tissue from diseased tissue.

This test is prescribed by the doctor to diagnose the fracture of the bones of the left leg, to confirm any abnormal finding of the X-rays of the left leg, and to diagnose any birth defects or abnormal growth in the area of the leg.

What is MRI Left Leg used for?

1. To diagnose the fracture of the bones of the left leg
2. To diagnose the cause of long-standing pain in the left leg
3. To confirm any abnormal finding of the X-rays of the left leg
4. To diagnose any birth defects or abnormal growth in the area of the leg
5. To confirm any infections of the bones, muscles or the other soft tissue
6. To diagnose any bone marrow abnormalities like avascular necrosis

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about MRI Left Leg

Frequently Asked Questions about MRI Left Leg

Q. What are the drawbacks of a bone X-ray?

X-ray images give a very clear view of the bones. However, it does not provide a good visual image of the soft tissues like tendons, muscles or fat tissue under the skin. Even the bone microfractures or complicated spine injuries are not clearly visible on the X Ray images. Apart from this, it also exposes the patient to some amount of radiations but the benefit of the information gained from an X-ray image outweighs the risk of radiations.

Q. Who interprets the X-ray results?

The interpretation of an X-Ray image is carried out by a radiologist who analyses or reads the X-ray image and prepares a report of the findings which is shared with the patient.