Why do Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in CAPS-3?
MRI is useful for spotting and distinguishing diseased tissues (tumors and other lesions) early in their development. During the MRI, an MRCP (Magnetic Resonance CholangioPancreatography), a special technique for visualizing your pancreas and bile duct, will be performed before and after a drug called secretin is injected into your IV. Secretin is a naturally-occuring hormone produced by your pancreas, which stimulates secretion of pancreatic juice. It is given to improve the pictures of your pancreatic duct. It is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for stimulating pancreatic juices. The MRI-MRCP test will take about 45 minutes. After your appointments on Wednesday, your IV will be removed and you can go home.
