What is a Knee MRI
A Knee MRI shows soft tissues that an X-ray cannot see, including ligaments (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL), the meniscus, cartilage, and tendons. It is the gold standard test for diagnosing knee injuries. The scan uses a magnetic field, not radiation.
When your doctor may recommend it
Common reasons include sports injuries, road accidents, knee swelling, knee locking or giving way, persistent pain after a fall, and pre-operative planning for knee surgery. Football injuries from local matches in Guwahati and bike accidents on city roads are frequent referral causes.
How to prepare for the scan
No fasting needed. Wear shorts or loose pants. Remove metal items and any knee braces with metal in them.
What happens during the scan
You lie on the scanner table with the affected knee positioned in a special knee coil. The scan takes 25 to 40 minutes. You may feel slight warmth in the knee, which is normal.
With or without contrast
A specialised contrast study called MR Arthrography is sometimes done where contrast is injected directly into the knee joint. This is reserved for specific cases like a suspected labral tear or chronic instability.
How long it takes
A typical Knee MRI in Guwahati takes around 25 to 40 minutes. Plan to spend an additional 20 to 30 minutes at the centre for paperwork, the safety checklist, and changing into a gown if needed.
Average cost in Guwahati and what affects the price
Knee MRI in Guwahati starts from ₹4,000. MR Arthrography of the knee can cost ₹8,000 to ₹12,000. 3T scans cost slightly more and are recommended for fine cartilage detail.
Sample report turnaround
Most centres in Guwahati upload the Knee MRI report to your dashboard within 24 to 48 hours. Some centres can deliver same-day signed reports for an additional charge. You will receive an SMS and email link as soon as the report is ready.