Last Updated on January 7, 2025 by Analgesia team
MRCP Medical Abbreviation
MRCP, Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography is a special type of MRI scan focusing on the biliary and pancreatic systems, including the pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, and liver. MRCP scans can help diagnose certain types of cancer, such as pancreatic and bile duct cancer. The scan produces detailed images of the gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, and liver. MRCP is used to diagnose or assess conditions, such as stones in the biliary or pancreatic ducts. Tumors. Inflammation of the gallbladder, bile duct, liver, pancreatic duct, or pancreas (pancreatitis).
MRCP scans use an IV dye and computer software to help diagnose conditions such as: pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, gallstones, bile duct problems, and pancreatic cysts.
- To have an IV needle inserted, which may cause some discomfort and bruising
- To have a metallic taste in your mouth after the contrast injection
- To be able to resume your normal activities and diet immediately after the exam
MRCP is a special type of MRI scan that helps determine the cause of pain. It is used to examine the disease in the liver, gall bladder, bile ducts, pancreas and pancreatic ducts.
It is a non-invasive imaging test. So, it does not involve exposure to radiation.
It can be extremely valuable in understanding the status of your condition.