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Cervical Spine MRI Protocol
Typical Scan Protocol
The protocol below represents a full cervical spine exam. There is variation depending on the clinical question and clinician preference. The minimum recommended sequences are in bold text. It is highly recommended to include at least 1 sequence, either T2 or STIR, in the dorsal plane and at least 1 sequence with fat saturation if contrast is administered.
Sagittal T2
Sagittal STIR
Sagittal T1
Axial T2
Axial T1
Contrast
Sagittal T1
Axial T1