The treatments guide
Whole-body MRI
A full-body MRI scan marketed for early detection.
Awaiting clinical review. Written carefully from the sources below, but not yet signed off by a qualified clinician. Please don't use it to make decisions about your health. How we review.
What the evidence says
Radiology organisations don't recommend whole-body screening for people without symptoms: it often finds incidental results that lead to more tests and worry, without clear benefit.
- Good for
- Specific situations your doctor recommends.
- Not for
- Routine screening for people without symptoms.
- Risks
- Incidental findings, follow-up tests, cost.
- Insurance
- Not covered for screening.
- Typical cost
- $1,000–$2,500 a scanAn estimate, still being checked. Ask for the full price, and check your coverage, before you book.
Questions to ask
- What will this tell us, and what will we do differently because of it?
- What does it cost in total, and will insurance or my HSA/FSA cover it?
- Who will explain the results to me?
General education, not medical advice. Choose licensed providers, and talk to a doctor if you have a health condition, are pregnant or take medication. Medical disclaimer.
