MRI Pericardial Fat Quantification

What’s the Process

• You lie down in an MRI scanner for a 15–30 minute scan.

• The test is performed without contrast dye or radiation.

• High-resolution images of your heart and surrounding tissues are captured and analyzed by cardiac imaging specialists.
  
  
  

What We Measure

• Pericardial Fat Volume (absolute and indexed to body size)

• Fat Thickness Around the Coronary Arteries

• Epicardial vs. Paracardial Fat Layers

• Fat-Associated Inflammation Risk

• Cardiometabolic Risk Score Contribution

These metrics help assess early markers of heart disease and inflammation, even before blood work changes.

Why Choose Us

• Unseen Risk, Clearly Measured: We translate advanced imaging into simple reports with real recommendations.

• Decades of Cardiac Imaging Experience: We understand what these metrics mean , and how to act on them.

• Integrated Cardiovascular Insight: This test pairs seamlessly with calcium scoring, ECG, and lifestyle data to give you the full picture.

Because champions protect their heart , inside and out.

Explaining the Technology

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) offers a non-invasive way to quantify pericardial fat in millimetric detail. It differentiates between types of fat surrounding the heart and links those findings to inflammation and cardiac risk. This scan, once limited to academic research, is now part of proactive heart health protocols in India.

FAQ

Is this different from visceral fat?
Yes , visceral fat is in your abdominal cavity, while pericardial fat surrounds the heart. Both are important, but pericardial fat has a direct impact on cardiac function.

Is the scan safe?
Yes. It uses no radiation or contrast dye and is completely non-invasive.

Why is this fat layer important?
Excess pericardial fat can lead to local inflammation, stiffness in the heart’s vessels, and increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

Can this fat be reduced?
Yes. It responds well to fat loss through aerobic training, nutrition, and lifestyle changes , especially when monitored regularly.

How You’ll Benefit

This test gives you the chance to detect and address one of the most overlooked cardiac risks , before symptoms arise. Whether your results show you're in the clear or need a course correction, you’ll have the clarity to act with confidence. It’s next-level cardiovascular care, built for those who lead from the front.