X-ray Nasal Bone LAT View - Test, Procedure & Cost

What is a Nasal X-ray Bone LAT View Test?

X-rays with lateral nasal views identify the nasal fractures. The nasal fractures are frequently seen in the adults and also in some children.

The deformity, the pain, the bleeding, the edema, and the instability are known to be common symptoms of getting this scan done.

Note: It is seen that man-a-times, the edema might disguise in form of the instability and further deformities. 

Why is this test done? 

The most common type of nasal injury that could lead to a broken nose bone is a lateral impact injury.

• This x-ray would help in finding why the nose has been swollen, either to an injury or any pathology.
• Depending on the appropriate area of concern, this view might also be done bilaterally (i.e. for the comparison of the affected versus the unaffected side) or unilaterally (that is when it affects only one side).

How does one prepare for the test? 

• Wear loose-fitting clothing. No preparation is needed.
• If you are pregnant, notify your technician, as radiation may harm the baby.
• The patient is then given a particular contrast medium. For example, barium or the iodine.
• The contrast medium would then help in outlining the specific area in form of x-ray image. Then, the patient might receive this contrast medium in the form of either an injection or enema.
• Specific instructions for the procedure of an X-ray are then  given by the healthcare professional.

Procedure of Nasal X-ray Bone LAT View Test

Patient position

• Rest lateral aspect of the individual’s head (which has the side of interest) against the proper image detector.
• Then, you are requested to adjust the patients head into a true lateral position, with the mid Sagittal plane being parallel to the image detector
• For the patient's comfort, adjust the patient's body into an oblique position
• During the Test, your body will be positioned in between a machine producing X-rays and a plate. This plate creates the image digitally or using the X-ray film.
• Depending on the type of X-ray, you may be asked to position in a certain manner. The X-ray technician would then ask you to take a deep breath and hold it for the next few seconds. 
• After the scanning is complete, the respective radiologist would examine the images to understand whether any more of them are required ahead. Once the radiologist is satisfied, the patient could go back home.

After Care:

• No particular care is required.
• You can get back to your routinely activities as soon as possible.

Accuracy of the Test

This X- ray test uses the plain images with a lateral nasal view to diagnose your nasal fractures. This X ray test with the lateral view is said to have an 82% reliability rate and produces accurate results repeatedly.

Cost of Nasal Bone (Lateral View) Radiology Test in Delhi

Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre is a one-stop solution for getting all kinds of tests done, as all services are available under one roof.

The aim of GDIC is to provide world’s finest technology at the lowest price. 

The rates of scans are reasonably priced. Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre also offer FLAT 50% OFF on many tests. 

The cost of the X-Ray imaging for the Nasal Bone Lateral View Test in Delhi starts at INR 250.

Note from Ganesh Diagnostic & Imaging Center

• Early checkups are always better than delayed ones. Safety, precaution & care are depicted in the several health checkups at our center.
• Here, at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imagining Center, we present simple & comprehensive health packages for any kind of testing to ensure the early prescribed treatment to safeguard your health.
• So, visit us at the earliest to ensure good health and to maintain an active immune system.
• This Nasal Bone (Lateral View) Radiology test is also available at a 50% discount at our center (with our presence in 7 centers in Delhi-NCR region).
• So, avail the opportunity and get yourself scanned for any abnormal pathology, underlying nasal disease and fractures.