MRI Cartilage Imaging (One Part) is a specialized MRI examination that provides detailed assessment of the cartilage of one joint or body region to detect cartilage damage, degeneration, thinning, and early structural or compositional changes, supporting accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up.
Disclaimer: Result availability is subject to the laboratory's schedule and test availability.
Yes. MRI can identify cartilage thinning, fissures, defects, irregularities, and areas of cartilage loss.
Yes. It can be useful for evaluating cartilage injuries associated with sports, repetitive stress, or trauma and may be combined with assessment of other joint structures.
Yes. In selected patients, repeat examinations may help monitor progression of cartilage damage or changes following treatment or rehabilitation.
The examination may use specialized high-resolution or quantitative cartilage sequences that provide more detailed information about cartilage structure and, in some protocols, its composition.
Usually, no special preparation is required for a non-contrast examination. Inform the MRI team about metallic implants, pacemakers, previous surgeries, pregnancy or possible pregnancy, and other implanted medical devices.
Depending on the findings, your doctor may recommend X-ray, CT, conventional MRI, physical assessment, laboratory tests, or consultation with an orthopedic or sports-medicine specialist.