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Why do you drink pineapple juice before MRI?
You will be given a carton of pineapple juice and asked to drink this 15 minutes prior to your scan. The pineapple juice contains manganese which helps to give better pictures during the scan. What will happen during my MRCP scan? The MRI staff will position you on a couch which slides into the scanner.
Why pineapple juice is given before MRCP?
Negative oral contrast to ‘null’ the duodenum during MRCP: commercially available agents. natural products such as pineapple juice which is rich in manganese and shortens T2 relaxation time.
How do you prepare a patient for an MRI?
On the day of your MRI scan, you should be able to eat, drink and take any medication as usual, unless you’re advised otherwise. In some cases, you may be asked not to eat or drink anything for up to 4 hours before the scan, and sometimes you may be asked to drink a fairly large amount of water beforehand.
Can you drink water before MRI with contrast?
You should not eat or drink anything 4 hours prior to your exam time. You may take your medications with a small sip of water if needed. The day before your exam drink plenty of water so you are well hydrated. Being hydrated will ease the discomfort for those receiving contrast.
Why is pineapple juice used in MRI?
Pineapple juice is widely used as an oral negative contrast agent in MRI cholangiopancreatography [18, 19], sometimes with the addition of gadopentetate dimeglumine [13, 20], due to its relatively poor Mn concentration.
Why is pineapple juice given in MRCP?
Arrivé et al., [17] study on PJ as negative oral contrast agent in MRCP concluded that ingestion of PJ because of high manganese concentration provides effective signal suppression in gastro-intestinal tract on MRCP. The results are similar to our study.
Is MRCP test painful?
Since the MRCP scan is noninvasive, it is not painful. However, some people with chronic back or hip pain may find lying still for a long period of time uncomfortable. Some people may feel some discomfort during the injection of contrast dye, if doctors have used it. The scanner can also make loud noises.
Do you have to drink anything before an MRI?
There is no special preparation necessary for the MRI examination. There are no food or drink restrictions prior to the MRI exam. Continue to take any medication prescribed by your doctor unless otherwise directed. MRI or MRA Kidneys, MRCP, Liver or Pelvis: Do not eat anything four hours before the exam.
What is the liquid you drink before an MRI?
Before the exam you will be asked to drink approximately 1 liter (3 bottles) of a liquid called Volumen. This will help distend the bowel so it can be better visualized during the MRI. During the exam you will be given an injection of contrast fluid called gadolinium.