It can be used to help diagnose health conditions likegallstonesandpancreatitis.
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What Is an MRCP?
MRCP is a jot down ofmagnetic resonance imaging (MRI)scan.
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It uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce an image of your internal organs.
What Does a MRCP Scan Diagnose?
An MRCP is actually a special jot down of MRI that looks at specific organs.
Whats the Difference Between MRCP to ECRP?
Before the Test
You do not need to do much to prepare for your MRCP.
They will also give you information about what you will need to do on the day of the test.
Timing
The time of day you have the MRCP does not matter.
These large machines usually take up an entire room in a hospital or an outpatient center.
You will also be asked to remove eyeglasses, jewelry, or piercings before your test.
Generally, a fast for four hours before the test is recommended.
There are several stages you will go through during that time.
You may also be given some medicine to help you relax (sedation) during the test.
The technician will be in a connected room, so you will be alone in the scanner.
MRI scanners can be loud and make a clicking or banging sound.
These sounds can cause some people anxiety.
A technician will enter the room and help you through the last steps.
Does an MRCP Test Hurt?
The scan itself is painless and noninvasive.
Managing Side Effects
You should not have any side effects from the MRCP scan itself.
This usually involves drinking plenty of fluids for the rest of the day.
That’s why it’s important that you have someone meet you so they can drive you home safely.
Interpreting MRCP Results
The technician who does your scan will not give you the results right away.
In many cases, you’ll get your results in about a day.
The follow-up care you may need will depend on what the scan showed.
In some cases, your provider might need more or different information.
They may ask you to do the scan again or do another throw in of test.
Risks and Contraindications
MRCP is safe for most people.
Sometimes, steps can be taken to address and potentially prevent these problems.
Before any jot down of MRI, your healthcare team will review your allergies and general health.
Who Should Not Get an MRCP?
If you are pregnant, you should not be given contrast dye.
The test uses an MRI machine to get images of organs like your pancreas and gallbladder.
Your provider should be able to give you the results of the test within a day.
Frequently Asked Questions
No.
An MRCP uses magnets, not radiation, to create images.
While it is possible, MRCP has a diagnostic accuracy of about 98%.
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