FAQ'S 


How is IRIS different from other centers?

At IRIS we have installed the latest state of the art machines.We do not believe in refurbished machines that compromise on image quality and safety precautions. Siemens Magnetom Verio 3T High field MRI is considered at present to be the best MRI machine in clinical use across the world, known for its patient comfort and advanced capabilities.

The CT machine SIEMENS SOMATOM SENSATION 64 SLICE MDCT is the best of its kind and does fast scanning at 30-50 % reduction in radiation dosage . The MRI machine –SIMENS MAGNETOM C! is the first in South East Asia. It is an open MRI and hence there is no chance of any claustrophobia .At the same time it has all the features of a high field MRI leading to faster scanning and better patient comfort.

Are the charges at IRIS higher as compared to other centers?

IRIS stands for Institute of Radiology and Imaging Sciences and the aim is not only to provide quality diagnostic services, but also to impart training for budding Radiologists and Technologists. We do not have anything to say about charges at other centers. But you can be rest assured of the following:-

  As mentioned earlier, we have state of the art machines and not refurbished machines which compromise on quality .

  At IRIS we do complete study of the required region in every possible manner and if indicated we do extended studies . Moreover with ultrasound, CT and MRI under one roof we are in a position to provide a comprehensive imaging solution .

  The Radiologists and Technologists at IRIS have more than 10years experience in this field and are all highly qualified. So it is a combination of expertise and experience striving together for accurate diagnosis.

How do we get the results?

CT and MR machines provide images of the area studied . Unlike laboratory investigations CT and MRI machines do not provide any reports .Reporting at IRIS is done in several steps.

  Once the examination is over, the radiologists will review the images to determine whether the study is adequate and optimum.

  Studies like that of CT brain will have limited images. However MRI studies, and CT studies of thorax abdomen and CT angiography will have hundreds of sections. The Radiologist and Technologist will then have to select the relevant images for printing on the film. For certain studies like 3D angiography this may take up to 4 hours.

  The selected images are sent to a laser camera which prints the images on a film.

  Radiologist then reads the film, correlating with relevant clinical details. Depending on the nature of the case be may have to clarify certain details with the referring Physician. He may also have to refer to the latest books and journals and if required go on the net, so that the diagnostic possibilities can be narrowed.

  The report is then prepared by the Radiologist based on the anatomical location and abnormal imaging features, along with the clinical details and inputs from the literature.


  The final report is issued in typed format along with the films.


How long will it take to get the results?

From the above it is clear that reports are not generated by the computer in the machine.

Studies with limited sections like CT brain and CT PNS would be available in around 2 hours time.

MRI studies and CT Thorax and Abdomen will take any where from 4-6 hours.

Specialized studies like CT angiography, CT joint disarticulation, MRCP and MR Urography would take around 8-12 hours before the report is issued.

Putting pressure on the staff and insisting on immediate report is clearly to your disadvantage for one has to give sufficient time for selection and printing of images and the best possible interpretation. Remember we value your life as much as you do!