Imaging & Diagnostics
MRI Scan (3T)
Advanced imaging within days, not months
Chinese tertiary hospitals run modern 3T and, at some centres, 7T scanners with high daily throughput. The practical benefit for international patients is scheduling: a private MRI that would take weeks at home is often available within days here, at a fraction of the self-pay price.
Reporting quality varies by hospital, which is why we route MRI requests to departments that routinely serve foreign patients and issue structured English reports. If you already have imaging from home, we can also arrange an independent second read by a Chinese subspecialty radiologist — a useful option when you want an opinion that is not influenced by the original report.
Contrast studies, MR angiography and cardiac MRI are available at selected centres and need to be requested specifically; not every hospital offers every protocol.
What is included
- One MRI study of the requested region, with or without contrast
- Radiologist report in English
- Image files on disc or secure cloud link
- Optional independent second read of existing scans
Who this suits
- Patients facing long waits for a private MRI at home
- Second reads of an existing scan before surgery
- Pre-operative imaging for orthopedic or spinal procedures
Time required
30–60 minutes in the scanner; same-day or next-day reporting
Recovery
None. No sedation required for most studies.
Trip planning
A single scan can be done as a day trip, but allow two nights if you want the report before you fly.
Questions
Practical answers.
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Do I need a referral?
No. We can book a private MRI directly. A brief clinical note from your physician helps the radiologist protocol the scan correctly, but it is not mandatory.
Is gadolinium contrast safe?
Contrast is generally well tolerated. You will be screened for kidney function and prior reactions before the study. If you have known contrast allergy or impaired renal function, tell us in advance so the protocol can be adjusted.
Can I get the images?
Yes — DICOM files on disc or through a secure cloud link, plus the written report. Your physician at home can review them directly.
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