Brain & Spine MRI Screening Package

Brain & Spine MRI Screening Package at Pantai Hospital Ampang

Your brain and spine health deserve attention. Get the answers you need with our Brain & Spine MRI Screening Package at Pantai Hospital Ampang.

Whether you're looking to assess your spinal health or obtain a clearer picture of your brain, an MRI scan provides detailed images to help doctors evaluate various conditions. Our screening packages combine a neurosurgeon consultation with MRI scans of the brain and one region of the spine, giving you a more comprehensive assessment of your brain and spine health.

Choose the package that suits your needs:

Package 1: MRI Without Contrast – RM1,488

Neurosurgeon consultation
MRI of one spinal region (cervical or lumbar)
MRI of the brain

Package 2: MRI With Contrast – RM2,688

Neurosurgeon consultation
MRI of one spinal region (cervical or lumbar)
MRI of the brain

*The choice between an MRI with or without contrast depends on your clinical condition and the doctor's recommendation.

*Terms & Conditions Apply

*This package is applicable to self-paying patients only.

*In line with the Government of Malaysia’s Service Tax (SST) regulations, effective 1 September 2025, SST will be applied to healthcare services (excluding doctors’ fees) for non-Malaysian patients.

Q&A: MRI With Contrast

Q1: What is MRI contrast?

Answer: MRI contrast is generally a gadolinium-based contrast agent administered intravenously to provide additional diagnostic information during an MRI examination. It is used for diagnostic purposes, not for treatment.

Q2: Why and when does a doctor decide to use contrast for an MRI?

Answer: In certain clinical conditions, contrast is important for reaching an accurate diagnosis. The decision to use contrast depends mainly on the patient's clinical condition and the doctor's suspected diagnosis

Q3: How long do you need to fast before an MRI with contrast?

Answer: Fasting requirements depend on the type of MRI examination and the hospital's protocol. Fasting for 2–4 hours may be recommended in certain situations, while abdominal or pelvic scans may require different preparation instructions. If sedation is required, a longer fasting period may be necessary, often up to 6–8 hours depending on the type of sedation and the anaesthesia team's instructions. Always follow the specific instructions provided by your healthcare team.

Q4: Why do we need an MRI with contrast instead of one without contrast?

Answer: The need for contrast depends on the clinical situation. Contrast may provide additional information when evaluating certain conditions, such as active infections, inflammatory diseases, and tumours, helping doctors better assess the affected tissues and establish a diagnosis.

Q5: What is the difference between an MRI with contrast and one without contrast?

Answer: MRI contrast changes the signal intensity of certain tissues, organs, and lesions, helping doctors better distinguish between different types of abnormalities and narrow down the possible diagnoses. However, many conditions, including degenerative spinal diseases, musculoskeletal injuries, and certain neurodegenerative brain conditions, can often be adequately evaluated using MRI without contrast.

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