Magnetic Resonance Imaging Contrast Agents, Iron-containing (Diagnostic)
Category- Diagnostic aid, superparamagnetic, liver disorders
DescriptionIron-containing
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) contrast agents (also called superparamagnetic
agents) are used to help provide a clear picture during MRI. MRI is a special
kind of diagnostic procedure. It uses magnets and computers to create images
or �pictures� of certain areas inside the body. Unlike x-rays,
it does not involve ionizing radiation.
Ferumoxides, an iron-containing contrast agent, is given by injection before
MRI to help find and diagnose tumors of the liver.
The dose of ferumoxides will be different for different patients according
to body weight.
Ferumoxides is to be used only by or under the supervision of a doctor.
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