3D Multi-Contrast Atherosclerosis Characterization of the Carotid Artery

Exclusion Criteria

• •Contraindications to MRI including mechanically, magnetically, or electrically activated implants, ferromagnetic implants and ferromagnetic foreign bodies, pregnancy.
• •Inability to tolerate MRI secondary to an inability to lie supine or severe claustrophobia.
• •Non-compliant with visit instructions, including inability to lie still, hold breath or follow procedure instructions
• •Severe allergy to animal dander or animal-instigated asthma
• •Specific to gadolinium-based contrast agents: Renal function test does not meet CSMC standard of care MRI contrast protocol requirements (GFR \<45ml/min) or previous allergic reaction to gadolinium-based contrast agents.\*