MRI Brain: Purpose and Cost in Delhi

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01 Sep, 2025

Dr. Nikunj Jain

Dr. Nikunj Jain

Co-Founder and HOD - Nuclear Medicine ,

MBBS, DRM, DNB, FEBNM, FANMB, Dip. CBNC

MRI Brain: Purpose and Cost in Delhi

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Brain is the diagnostic test which uses magnetic radiations for the detection of Brain abnormalities. MRI Brain is very effective test in detecting abnormalities in the Brain especially soft tissues and nerves of Brain. There are various conditions responsible for Brain abnormalities like accidents, injury, inflammation, neuron degradation, fracture etc. Patient going for MRI Brain should search for center with experience, machines available and accreditations from Government agencies.

MRI Brain

Brain is the part of central nervous system (CNS) and is important in controlling the body functions. Brain controls all the functions of body and any abnormality in brain can lead to various control and coordination abnormalities. MRI Brain is diagnostic tests used to look any abnormality in Brain. Abnormality in brain can limit the functioning of brain and early detection is important for effective treatment. There are various brain conditions like epilepsy, Parkinson’s syndrome, Alzheimer’s disease which can be detected by MRI brain scan. MRI Brain test uses magnetic waves for the detection of abnormality and leads to detection of abnormality.

Symptoms of Brain Abnormalities

Here is the list of symptoms which are related with Brain abnormalities:

  • Unexplained pain in Head
  • Not able to concentrate
  • Brain bone dislocations
  • Degradation of neurons in brain
  • Ligament inflammation of Brain
  • Muscle strain associated with Brain
  • Blood vessel abnormalities in Brain
  • Not able to solve simple problems
  • Always in confusion and not able to make decision
  • Fracture in the Brain

List the causes of Brain Abnormalities

There are various causes which are responsible for the Brain abnormalities and some of these causes of mentioned below:

Infections to the Brain

Any type of infection or foreign body stuck in Brain can lead to infection of Brain. This condition limits the functions of Brain and need to be diagnosed and treated immediately for proper functioning of Brain. Brain infection can also be due to bacteria, virus or some autoimmune diseases.

Injury to the Brain

Injury of Brain greatly impacts the function of Brain and is one of the main causes of the Brain abnormalities.  Brain injuries can be due to various causes like accidents, falls, stuck with hard surfaces or fights.

Fracture to the Brain 

Fracture in Head also leads to Brain abnormalities by breaking the bones, ligaments or tendons in associated with Brain which causes pain. Person with Brain fracture cannot do proper control and coordination movements which can affect the movement of body.

List the uses of MRI Brain

There are various uses of MRI Brain and some are listed below:

  • Structural alignment of Brain
  • Brain injuries
  • Brain fractures
  • Brain abnormalities
  • Brain metastases
  • Brain infection
  • Enlarged Brain
  • Structural abnormalities of Brain 
  • Tumors of Brain
  • Degenerative changes in Brain
  • Inflammation in the Brain

List the Tests used for Brain abnormalities other than MRI Brain

There is various types of tests which are used for the Brain abnormalities detection and these tests include:

  • CT Brain
  • X-ray Brain 
  • Ultrasound Brain
  • CECT Brain
  • NCCT Brain

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Cost of MRI Brain in Delhi NCR

The cost of Brain MRI in Delhi NCR can range from Rs. 7,000 to 10,000. The cost difference may depend on type of MRI Brain, whether using contrast or not, type of machine used in MRI (slices) and other related conditions when going for MRI Brain.

Conclusion

There are various tests used for the detection of Brain abnormalities but MRI is safe for the pregnant women and doesn’t use radiation for the diagnosis purpose. MRI Brain is useful in detection of various conditions related to Brain including fracture, injury, inflammation, cancer, lumps, epilepsy, neuron degradations etc. There are various benefits of MRI and helpful in diagnosis of Brain abnormalities effectively. MRI Brain is more effective in detecting soft tissues abnormalities in Brain. The cost of Brain MRI may vary slightly from one diagnostic center to another in Delhi NCR and the general cost of Brain MRI in Delhi ranges around Rs. 7,000.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Which test MRI Brain or CT Brain is good to detect Brain abnormalities?

MRI Brain is good comparing CT Brain to detect Brain abnormalities.

Is MRI and CT Brain same?

No, MRI Brain is different from CT Brain.

Can MRI Brain depict injuries in Brain?

Yes, MRI Brain can depict Brain injuries.

When to go for Brain MRI?

Patient having head pain, fracture or abnormalities which limit the function of Brain can go for Brain MRI test.

Can MRI Brain show Brain tumor?

Yes, MRI Brain shows Brain tumors.

What does MRI Brain show?

MRI Brain shows infections, diseases like epilepsy, Parkinson’s syndrome, Alzheimer’s disease etc.

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