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[itiswhatitis]

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@twinny70 wrote:

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@Andreatoo wrote:

 Don't they usually put you in a paper gown for an MRI?

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No.

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@twinny70, there must be some new advances in MRI's/CT Scans since the last time I had one.  I've always had to undress the area that was to be scanned.  No scanning with garments on.

[itiswhatitis]

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@Andreatoo wrote:

 Don't they usually put you in a paper gown for an MRI?

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@Andreatoo YES!!!

How It Is Done

A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test is usually done by an MRI technologist. The pictures are usually interpreted by a radiologist. But some other types of doctors can also interpret an MRI scan.

You will need to remove all metal objects (such as hearing aids, dentures, jewelry, watches, and hairpins) from your body because these objects may be attracted to the powerful magnet used for the test.

You will need to take off all or most of your clothes, depending on which area is examined (you may be allowed to keep on your underwear if it is not in the way). You will be given a gown to use during the test. If you are allowed to keep some of your clothes on, you should empty your pockets of any coins and cards (such as credit cards or ATM cards) with scanner strips on them because the MRI magnet may erase the information on the cards.

During the test, you usually lie on your back on a table that is part of the MRI scanner. Your head, chest, and arms may be held with straps to help you remain still. The table will slide into the space that contains the magnet. A device called a coil may be placed over or wrapped around the area to be scanned. A special belt strap may be used to sense your breathing or heartbeat. This triggers the machine to take the scan at the right time.