MRI DL Spine – Contrast is a specialized MRI examination of the dorsolumbar spine that provides detailed contrast-enhanced imaging of the vertebrae, discs, spinal cord, bone marrow, and surrounding soft tissues to evaluate infections, inflammation, tumors, abnormal marrow changes, and other complex spinal conditions, supporting accurate diagnosis and clinical management.
Disclaimer: Result availability is subject to the laboratory's schedule and test availability.
Yes. It can help identify and characterize tumors involving the vertebrae, bone marrow, spinal canal, nerve-related structures, or surrounding soft tissues and assess their extent.
Yes. Contrast-enhanced MRI can help evaluate vertebral infection, disc infection, epidural abscesses, paraspinal collections, and other inflammatory or infectious changes.
MRI DL Spine – Contrast may be recommended for patients with persistent or unexplained back pain, suspected spinal infection, inflammation, tumors, abnormal bone-marrow findings, neurological symptoms, or postoperative spinal abnormalities.
Preparation depends on the centre's protocol. Inform the MRI team about kidney disease, previous contrast reactions, pregnancy or possible pregnancy, metallic implants, pacemakers, or other implanted medical devices. Follow any specific fasting instructions provided.
Depending on the findings, your doctor may recommend X-ray, CT, blood tests, additional MRI, biopsy, or consultation with an orthopedic, neurologist, neurosurgeon, or other specialist.