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Everything You Need To Know About CXR: Procedure, Uses and Risks

Everything You Need To Know About CXR: Procedure, Uses and Risks

Chest X-rays are essential for diagnosing heart, lung, and bone conditions. They help detect pneumonia, tuberculosis, heart failure, and more.

Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre, the no.1 imaging centre in delhi ncr , A CXR (chest X-ray) is one of the most commonly used imaging techniques used to identify the heart, lungs and bones.This helps doctors to diagnose and monitor the conditions related to lungs, heart and bones. Whether you’ve cough, pain, or lung infection, the Chest X-ray is one solution to understand the conditions.

Why is Chest X-Ray to be done?

If you’re recommended by a doctor for Chest X-ray or CXR, maybe the reason is-

  • Pneumonia: Shoe infection of inflammation in lung.
  • Tuberculosis: Detects TB related damages.
  • It helps to identify heart related problems like -heart failure or pericardial failure. 
  • CXR helps to detect chest injuries like broken ribs after the fall or air leakage into the chest cavity.
  • CXR also helps to monitor medical devices like placement of pacemakers and certifies the correct positioning.

What to expect during Chest X-ray?

  • Before the test you may need to remove jewellery or metal piercing, consult your doctor before, if you’ve any type of metal implant in your body.
  • A protective apron may be provided to you, to protect your body.
  • Maybe you’ll ask to lie or stand on the machine.
  • The technician will instruct you to hold your breath for some second to get clear images.
  • The X-ray machine will send a small amount of radiation, and capture the image on a digital screen.
  • The process is quick, it will take around 5 to 10 minutes. 
  • This process is painless.
  • After the test your doctor will send images to your doctor and on the basis of your report your doctor will tell you the procedure of treatment.
  • After this test you can continue your daily activities.

Understand Chest X-Ray result-

To understand the chest X-ray result here are few reviews type you doctor will check-

  • Normal X-ray- When the lungs, bones and heart appear normal.
  • Abnormal X-ray: May show the signs of fluid buildup, injection, broken. Tumor etc.
  • Unclear result: If the report is unclear if your doctor will not get the test result, maybe your doctor will suggest MRI or CT Scan.

Is chest X-ray safe ?

  • As the chest X-ray is a painless and non-invasive procedure, it provides quick results and rarely you’ll get minimal discomfort.
  • Radiation exposure is lower than the CT Scan.
  • It is widely available in hospitals and clinics.

Risks-

  • Even lower in radiation exposure, it is not recommended for pregnant ladies and children. As they’ve sensitive tissues.
  • After this test you may need some more tests in some cases, as the soft tissues may not be visible clearly.

Other chest-Xray's you can book today along with it- 

When should I call my doctor?

Book your appointment at Ganesh Diagnostic and imaging centre, the no 1 diagnostic centre in  delhi, if you’re experiencing these symptoms just call your doctor immediately or visit your near me diagnostic centre- 

  • Chest Injury (Book Now)
  • Chest Pain (Book Now)
  • Difficulty or short in breath
  • Cough etc.

What is the cheapest cost of Chest X-Ray? 

The cost of chest X-ray at Ganesh diagnostic centre is 250-500 INR. Book your test today and get a discount. The cheapest cost of chest X-ray in Rohini, Delhi. 

Conclusion-

A chest X-ray is a powerful imaging tool to identify the lung and heart conditions. If you’re experiencing chest pain, cough, shortness in breath etc, consult your doctor before the disease rises, this simple test can provide valuable insights.

If your doctor recommended you the chest X-ray, don’t worry- it's a safe, quick and effective way to monitor your health.If you want to know the process and other details, visit our centre and consult with our best doctors and technicians.

FAQS-

Q. Is a chest X-Ray painful?

No, a chest X-ray  is a painless and non-invasive technique to identify the health condition of the heart, lungs and bones.

Q. How do I need to prepare for my X-Ray?

  • Avoid jewellery 
  • Consult your doctor if you’ve any metal implants.
  • Wear loose clothes 
  • Remove piercing from your body.
  • Wear a hospital gown if required.
  • Hold your breath for the scan for some seconds.

Q. Can I eat before chest X-ray?

Yes, you can eat or drink normally before a chest X-ray, there are no diet restrictions.