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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Left Clavicle Without Contrast

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

An MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the left collarbone and nearby tissues without injected contrast.

Quick summary

["This scan provides detailed images of the left collarbone and surrounding tissues without using contrast dye."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
48459-2
Short code
MR Clavicle-L WO contr
Synonyms
MR Clavicle-L WO contr
Category
liver
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Method
mr
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What is this test?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the left clavicle creates detailed pictures of the left collarbone and nearby soft tissues. It is performed without contrast, meaning no contrast dye is injected.

Why might I need this test?

This MRI may be used to evaluate a suspected fracture, persistent shoulder or upper-chest pain, infection, inflammation, or a mass. It can also show how the collarbone and surrounding structures relate to one another.

How is the test performed?

You will lie on a padded table while the scanner takes images of the left collarbone area. The machine makes loud knocking and ringing sounds, and the exam usually takes 20 to 45 minutes.

How do I prepare for the test?

Wear comfortable clothing without metal fasteners, jewelry, or hair accessories. Tell the care team if you have a pacemaker, other implanted electronic device, metal fragments in your body, or a possibility of pregnancy.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

Abnormal findings may include a fracture, bone marrow or soft-tissue changes, infection, inflammation, or another structural abnormality. The radiologist interprets the images in relation to your symptoms and examination, so results should be discussed with your clinician.

Short name

Left Clavicle MRI Without Contrast

Frequently asked questions

Is contrast dye used for this MRI?
No. The test is performed without contrast, so you will not receive an injected contrast agent.
Does an MRI of the left clavicle require a hospital stay?
Usually not. It is an outpatient imaging procedure, and you can generally return to your normal activities after the scan unless your care team gives different instructions.
Can I have an MRI if I am pregnant?
Notify the imaging center if you are pregnant or may be pregnant. The care team will review the clinical need for the MRI and the safety considerations before proceeding.
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