MRI Face & Neck is a specialized MRI examination that provides detailed imaging of the face and neck to evaluate masses, enlarged lymph nodes, infections, inflammation, salivary gland abnormalities, and other soft-tissue conditions, supporting accurate diagnosis and appropriate clinical management.
Disclaimer: Result availability is subject to the laboratory's schedule and test availability.
Yes. MRI can help identify and characterize masses or tumors by assessing their size, location, extent, and relationship with surrounding tissues. A biopsy may be required for definitive diagnosis.
Yes. MRI can help identify soft-tissue infections, inflammatory changes, abscesses, and involvement of adjacent structures.
MRI Face & Neck may be recommended for patients with facial or neck swelling, unexplained pain, a suspected mass, enlarged lymph nodes, salivary gland abnormalities, infection, inflammation, or other unexplained head-and-neck symptoms.
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, or other implanted medical devices.
Depending on the findings, your doctor may recommend ultrasound, CT, contrast-enhanced MRI, blood tests, endoscopy, biopsy, or specialist consultation.