The MRI is an exceptional diagnostic tool. Painless and non-invasive, radio waves combine forces with a magnetic field. Assisted via a computer to render clear, detailed images of tissue and organs, no radiation is used in the diagnostic.

Hundreds of images are taken laterally, horizontally and front-to-back. These images identify compromised tissue, enabling radiologists to see what’s going on inside
us, physically.

A valuable tool

Magnetic Resonance Imaging helps the radiology team at X-Ray Associates of New Mexico to accurately diagnose conditions as diverse as vascular disease, cancers in various parts of the body, heart disease, joint and musculoskeletal disorders and breast cancers. MRIs are also used to detect anomalies in the central nervous system.

The MRI in Albuquerque at XRANM is performed using a leading-edge 64-channel system.

What Should I Expect?

The MRI stands as one of the most comfortable radiology diagnostics.

You’ll be positioned on a table. This table is subsequently moved into a tube-like scanner, open at both ends.

The tech attending your MRI will watch the procedure through an observation portal. You’ll be able to interact with each other throughout the test.

The exam can take anywhere from 15-90 minutes, dependent on your diagnosis and the body part being imaged.

How to prepare

Most MRI tests require no special preparations on the part of the patient. In some instances, patients will be asked to fast for a prescribed period prior.

Medications should continue normally, unless you’re told otherwise by your doctor. Patients are sometimes asked to change into a gown (usually when what you’re wearing incorporates metal elements, as these can interfere with your MRI).

All items like eyeglasses, earrings or hair pins should be removed before the test. If you think you may be pregnant, inform your tech.

It is important for your physician to know if you have a pacemaker, aneurysm clip, stimulators, a history of metal in eye, shrapnel, drug pump, screws, pins, plates or other metallic implants. Some of these may affect your ability to have an MRI, but will be evaluated after scheduling.

X-Ray Associates of New Mexico

For more than 75 years, X-Ray Associates of New Mexico has been a trusted leader in diagnostic imaging. With seven convenient locations across the state, we remain at the forefront of medical imaging technology, delivering exceptional care to New Mexico communities with unwavering dedication, expertise, and compassion.

You have a choice when it comes to outpatient imaging, choose X-Ray Associates of New Mexico for you MRI imaging needs.

Contact us to find out more.