
Digital X-Ray
Digital X-ray or radiography uses a very small dose of ionizing radiation
to produce pictures of the body's internal structures. X-rays are
the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. They are
often used to help diagnosed fractured bones, look for injury or infection
and to locate foreign objects in soft tissue. Some x-ray exams may use
an iodine-based contrast material or barium to help improve the visibility
of specific organs, blood vessels, tissues or bone.
Services We Provide
Abdomen X-Ray
Abdominal x-ray uses a very small dose of ionizing radiation to produce
pictures of the inside of the abdominal cavity. It is used to evaluate
the stomach, liver, intestines and spleen and may be used to help diagnose
unexplained pain, nausea or vomiting. When used to examine the kidneys,
ureters and bladder, it's called a KUB x-ray. Because abdominal x-ray
is fast and easy, it is particularly useful in emergency diagnosis and
treatment.
This exam requires little to no special preparation. Tell your doctor and
the technologist if there is a possibility you are pregnant, you have
an intrauterine device (IUD), or you have recently had a barium sulfate
contrast material x-ray or taken medicines such as Pepto Bismol. Leave
jewelry at home and wear loose, comfortable clothing. You may be asked
to wear a gown.
Bone X-Ray
Bone x-ray uses a very small dose of ionizing radiation to produce pictures
of any bone in the body. It is commonly used to diagnose fractured bones
or joint dislocation. Bone x-rays are the fastest and easiest way for
your doctor to view and assess bone fractures, injuries and joint abnormalities.
This exam requires little to no special preparation. Tell your doctor and
the technologist if there is any possibility you are pregnant. Leave jewelry
at home and wear loose, comfortable clothing. You may be asked to wear a gown.
A bone
x-ray is used to:
- diagnose fractured bones or joint dislocation.
- demonstrate proper alignment and stabilization of bony fragments following
treatment of a fracture.
- guide orthopedic surgery, such as spine repair/fusion, joint replacement
and fracture reductions.
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look for injury, infection,
arthritis, abnormal bone growths and bony changes seen in metabolic conditions.
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assist in the detection and diagnosis of bone
cancer.
- locate foreign objects in soft tissues around or in bones.