An x-ray produces images of the structures inside the body particularly bones. X-rays can pass through the body, but are absorbed in varying amounts depending on the density of the material they pass through. In case of certain types of x-ray tests, contrast medium like iodine or barium is introduced in the body to provide greater detail on the x-ray.

X-ray technology is utilised to examine several parts of the body.

Bones and teeth

• Fractures and infections: In most cases, fractures and infections in bones and teeth appear clearly on x-rays.
• Arthritis:  X-rays of the joints can reveal evidence of arthritis.
• Dental decay: Dentists utilise x-rays to check for cavities in the teeth.
• Osteoporosis: X-rays can measure the density of bones.
• Bone cancer: X-rays can reveal tumours in the bones.

Chest

• Lung infections: Evidence of problems such as pneumonia, tuberculosis or lung cancer can be diagnosed with the aid of chest x-rays.
• Breast cancer: Mammography is a special type of x-ray test used to examine breast tissue.
• Enlarged heart: One of the signs of congestive heart failure is an enlarged heart, which shows up clearly on x-rays.
• Blocked blood vessels: Injecting a contrast material that contains iodine can help highlight sections of the circulatory system so they can be seen on x-rays.

Abdomen

• Digestive tract problems:Barium, a contrast medium can help reveal problems anywhere in the digestive system.
• Swallowed items. Swallowed items like a key or a coin appear on x-rays and can determine the location of that object.

We offer complete diagnostic x-ray services and utilize advanced portable x-ray equipment. All diagnostic x-rays can be obtained including the following:

• Abdomen X-rays
• Ankle Joint X-rays
• Chest X-rays
• Dorsal Spine X-rays
• Dorsolumbar Spine X-rays
• Forearm X-rays
• Foot X-rays
• Hand X-rays
• Hip Joint X-rays
• Leg X-rays
• Lumbosacral Spine X-rays
• Shoulder Joint X-rays
• Skull X-rays
• Thigh X-rays
• Upper arm X-rays
• Urinary Tract (Plain Film) X-rays

Still have questions regarding x-ray? Please contact our X-ray Team anytime! We look forward to hearing from you.