What are General Radiograph (X-ray) Exams used for?
X-rays are an important tool in the diagnosis and treatment of a patient’s medical condition. The actual x-ray image takes only a fraction of a second. X-rays are used to visualize objects that we can not see with the naked eye. For example, if a physician suspects you have a broken bone in your arm, we can take a radiograph of your arm and tell exactly where and how the bone is broken. General X-rays are used for a variety of purposes. They are used in your dentists’ office, during a clinic visit, by your family practice physician and also in the operating room. What should I expect during a General Radiograph (x-ray) exam? There are hundreds of general radiology exams. The process and preparation for each exam is different. We will tell you what, if any, preparation is needed before your exam. If you are coming in for a routine exam, for example a chest x-ray, you will need to change into a gown. For women having a chest x-ray, they will need to remove any jewelry or garments that ma
