My dad had to get one yesterday. He is in so much pain that he can't move or lay flat. They had to give him 3 pain shots just so he could get in the MRI thing, and we have been waiting for results. How long should this take?
2007-06-05 12:25:23 · 5 answers · asked by kyeann 5 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
I can only say how fast a report gets to the referring dotor....how long it takes the doctor to get back to the patient, I cannot answer.
Where I work, every imaging report (normal or abnormal) will be faxed to the referring doctor within 24 hours. For most facilities, a report is sent within 24-48 hours. If the radiologist sees something which requires immediate attention, or something grossly abnormal, he will call the referring doctor as soon as he sees the images.
2007-06-05 14:15:15 · answer #1 · answered by Lissacal 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Most hospitals and labs can have the results in a day.
If you have not heard anything by tomorrow, call the doctor who ordered the MRI and ask if they have the results!
I sure hope your Dad gets better soon!
GOOD LUCK!
2007-06-05 12:30:20 · answer #2 · answered by Jenblossom 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The radiologist probably read the MRI yesterday or today. Your Dr. should have the results by tommorow. Call your dr
2007-06-05 12:30:03 · answer #3 · answered by sweet sue 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had tons of them before. It doesn't take long. A week at the most, but the doctor probably put it in ergent. So, you should have it in a day.
2007-06-05 12:36:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if he's in that much pain. his doc most likely put a rush on it. he may get it back by tomorrow but no more than a week.
2007-06-05 12:33:30 · answer #5 · answered by racer 51 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋