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I need to have a mra done but don't want contrast will the vessels still show up?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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It depends: what they are looking for. Some MRAs can be performed adequately without contrast.

Answered 7/9/2015

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A member asked:

I need to have a mra done but don't want contrast will the vessels still show up?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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