X-ray Right Knee Joint AP Lateral View - Test, Procedure & Cost

What is an X-ray Right Knee Joint AP Lateral View Test?

The knee antero-posterior and Lateral (AP and LA) projection is considered to be a standard view that is performed to assess a patients’ knee joint and also ones surrounding anatomy.

This is done to get clear image of the patients joint spaces and soft tissues that are around the knee joint.

The anatomical structures that are seen in the x-ray are as follows:

• Distal Femur
• Head Of The Fibula
• Patella
• Proximal Tibia, Intercondylar Eminence
• Lateral And Medial Tibial Plateaus
• Lateral And Medial Epicondyles
• Lateral And Medial Femoral Condyles
• Proximal Fibula

Why is this X-ray Scan done? 

This test is used for the identification of the following:

• To identify fractures of bones that would usually comprise of the knee joint and to also monitor the bone's healing.
• To identify any infections, or osteoporosis, or bone abnormalities, or any abnormal bone growth.
• To diagnose the dislocation of the patients knee.

Different Views and Angle for the Test

For AP View

The Patient position:

• The patient is supposed to lay supine on table with his/her right knee and the ankle joint in contact with the table.
• The leg would be extended.
• It is to be ensured that the right knee has not been rotated.

For Lateral view

The Patient Position:

For being rolled into lateral position, patient would be placed in lateral recumbent position with affected side, towards down.

The affected knee would be flexed to about 20 to 30 degrees. The pelvis must not be rotated at all. The opposite limb would be extended and then placed behind knee which is being examined.

How does one prepare for the test? 

• At the hospital, just before the test is done, the patient is asked to follow the following instructions:
  •  Change into the hospital gown
  • Remove any jewellery that could hinder X-ray images.

What is the Procedure?

• 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.
• You might be asked to position in a certain manner (AP view angle). 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 specific care is required after undergoing the scan

Why should Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre be your preference?

At Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre, we are known for providing excellent service and care to its patients for decades. Lakhs of satisfied patients over the years!

It is an established and renowned diagnostic centre since 2001.

Their excellence is backed by NABH and NABL Accreditations. 

NABH accreditation is proof of highest standard of care and service provided to the patients. NABL accreditation reflects the competency of laboratories and equipment based on some national and international standards.

Test report is available digitally too.

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. 

Patients can rely upon test reports as reports are 100% accurate.

Cost of Right Knee Joint AP LAT View Radiology Test in Delhi

The cost of the X-Ray imaging for the Right Knee Joint AP LAT View Test in Delhi starts at INR 450.