There are no dietary restrictions required before an MRI. Patients are asked to take their usual medications, wear comfortable clothing without metal and leave jewelry at home.

Our technologist will explain the exam to you and answer any questions you may have.

You will be required to remove any metallic objects (jewelry, glasses, clothing with zippers) and possibly put on a patient gown. Please let us know if you have a pacemaker, any metallic foreign bodies or if you are claustrophobic.

If your exam requires contrast, you will be asked to sign a consent form.

During the exam, you will hear knocking or thumping sounds. Sometimes this can be noisy, but earphones and music are available to help reduce the sound. You can bring a CD or an iPOD listen to.

Please be advised that you must lie still during the scan. There are microphones inside the machine so the technologist can communicate with you when needed.

The exam takes from 20 minutes to an hour. When the exam is completed, the technologist will assist you off the table.

Results will be forwarded to your physician, who will explain them to you.

1393 Santa Rita Rd, Suite D,
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Phone: (925) 846 5888
Fax: (925) 461 0470
appointments@goldenviewimaging.com