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X-ray
| X-rays use invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images of internal tissues, bones, and organs on film. Standard x-rays are performed for many reasons, including diagnosing tumors or bone injuries. |
Routine X-ray Procedures
- Extremities (feet, legs, toes, arms, hands, fingers)
- Chest
- Abdomen
- Spine (back and neck)
- Shoulder
- Skull (head, face, nose, ear, eye)
Procedure
- You will wear an x-ray gown.
- You will lie on an x-ray table or stand beside an x-ray unit.
- The technologist will position the body part to get the best x-ray picture.
- He or she may ask that you change positions by moving to the left or right, etc..
- After proper positioning, the technologist will give you specific breathing instructions before taking the picture.
- The exam should take about five to 20 minures depending upon the amount of pictures needed to complete the exam.
- The films will be developed and checked before you leave the x-ray department. Often, previous x-ray films must be located for comparison; this could delay the checking of the films by the radiologist. Routinely, you should be ready to leave the department in less than 30 minutes.
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