Can MRI be done to diagnose pelvis, abdomen, lungs?
I under diagnosis of breast tumor. I had USG, mammography, biopsy, blood test and waiting for the results. I was sent by the doctor to computer tomography (CT) for lungs, pelvis and abdomen test.
However, I wander if MRI could be done instead of CT (at least partially e.g. for pelvis or abdomen) and have the same diagnostic value in this situation. Do you know? Also, did your doctors sent you to CT or MRI?
I think that I could be sent to CT, because queue to MRI in public hospital is too long. If this is a case, I could go to MRI privately.
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@anne2341 It's standard procedure to order bone scans, CT scans, and/or PET scans to diagnose metastases. MRI is a different kind of imaging. I'm really sorry you're having to go through this, and I hope you get answers soon.
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@anne2341 - Hi there, just checking in to see how you’re doing after your biopsy. That waiting period can be so tough. Did you get your results yet? Whatever they are, please know we’re here for you!
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