An X-Ray reveals fractures, infections, and bone cancer. Special types of X-Rays are used to measure bone density.
An X-Ray of the joints reveals arthritis, and the degree of damage.
An X-Ray reveals dental decay and cavities.
An X-Ray of the chest can detect lung infections and other conditions: Pneumonia, tuberculosis, or lung cancer can be revealed in an X-ray.
An X-Ray of the heart can detect signs of congestive heart failure (enlarged heart), and reveal blocked blood vessels.
An X-Ray can help diagnose digestive track problems. An X-Ray of the abdomen can also revealed items swallowed by children.
What to Expect
An x-ray scan provides physicians with a non-invasive way to assess the health of your bones and other weight-bearing structure in the body. One advantage of the digital x-ray is its ability to acquire two-dimensional pictures of your anatomy rapidly and with a low radiation dose, to aid with in-depth clinical evaluation.
One of our expert technologists will escort you into the x-ray scanning room and have you lie on the padded table. You may be asked to lie very still for a short time in order to minimize any body movement and produce a clearer image. Your technologist will monitor you during the entire exam. Specific details of your upcoming examination will be explained fully by one of our radiologists or by your patient care coordinator.
How long will the scan take?
The actual scan portion of the exam takes only a few seconds. New digital technology also reduces the time between scanning and image reconstruction.
After the X-ray Scan
Our radiologist will carefully analyze your x-ray images and provide a report to you and your physician. Once they have received the report your physician will then discuss the results with you. Your x-ray technologist will also provide you with a CD containing the images from your scan when you leave.
Safety
X-rays are a safe and effective diagnostic procedure. Millions of x-ray exams are performed across Canada every year without complications. Additionally, the GE dual-scan digital x-ray unit has been designed with dose reduction features that significantly minimize your exposure to radiation.
Digital x-ray diagnostic imaging is supported by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), which provides continuing education, certification, and a registry of radiologic technologists. Our health care professionals are trained and experienced in safely operating the x-ray scanner to obtain the best images to assist in an accurate diagnosis.
2 Comments
I have a visitor who fell and sprained on her ankle yesterday.
We are wondering how long will it take to get the x-ray result after scan to see if there is any fracture.
We also would like to know the cost of the x-ray.
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