Magnetic Resonance Angiogram (MRA): Risks


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Risks


There is a slight risk of having an allergic reaction if contrast material is used during the MRA scan. Most reactions can be controlled using medicine.



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Last updated: July 09, 2008
Author: Robin Parks, MS
Reviewed By: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine, George Philippides, MD - Cardiology
Editors: Kathleen M. Ariss, MS, Tracy Landauer

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