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I have to have gadilinium contrast for a brain mri. how long does that stuff stay in the body? i read bad stuff on it. is it safe?
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It is safe: And leaves the body pretty quickly.
Answered 10/12/2013
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Not long: If hour kidneys are normal, very rapid elimination.
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