X-ray imaging
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What are x-rays?
X-rays (also called radiographs) are produced by passing a small amount of controlled radiation through the body. Radiations from x-rays are absorbed differently by the tissues of the body. When the x-rays pass through the body, these differences are captured on a special film plate that is placed behind the patient. For example, bone absorbs more radiation than soft tissue, making it appear bright white on film. Radiologists use x-ray films to detect and help diagnose certain conditions such as broken bones, pneumonia and emphysema.
Allied Diagnostics chooses digital x-rays that have the best flexibility and dose reducing features.
What are the limitations of x-rays?
Standard x-rays do not always detect disease, especially those of the lungs. Sometimes tumors have to grow very large before they are seen on x-ray. Instead of using regular x-rays to image the chest, some physicians request computed tomography (CT) scans. These scans show detailed views of ‘slices’ of the body, not just images from the front, back, and sides, as with standard x-rays.
Please see the CT scans (computed tomography) section to understand more about CT imaging scans.
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Booking a scan
Please ensure you have a referral from your physician prior to visiting the center.
