X - Ray Both Elbow Joints AP & LAT View near me in Patna

Also known as X-Ray Both Elbow Joints (Anterio-Posterior and Lateral View)

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Depending on the area to be imaged, you may be asked to wear a hospital gown at the time of the scan.
You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Understanding X - Ray Both Elbow Joints AP & LAT View in Patna

What is X - Ray Both Elbow Joints AP & LAT View in Patna?

X - Ray Both Elbow Joints (Anteroposterior) AP & Lateral (LAT) View is used to visualise the bones of the elbow joint and the soft tissues (skin and muscles) surrounding it using a small amount of radiation.The area of the elbow includes the bones of the proximal forearm (radius and ulna), the distal humerus (bone of the upper arm) and the elbow joint.

This test is prescribed by the doctor to diagnose any fracture of the bones of the elbow joint and to monitor the healing of the broken bone, after it has been set.

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about X - Ray Both Elbow Joints AP & LAT View in Patna

Frequently Asked Questions about X - Ray Both Elbow Joints AP & LAT View in Patna

Q. What are the drawbacks of a bone X-ray?

X-ray images give a very clear view of the bones. However, it does not provide a good visual image of the soft tissues like tendons, muscles or fat tissue under the skin. Even the bone microfractures or complicated spine injuries are not clearly visible on the X Ray images. Apart from this, it also exposes the patient to some amount of radiations but the benefit of the information gained from an X-ray image outweighs the risk of radiations.

Q. Who interprets the X-ray results?

The interpretation of an X-Ray image is carried out by a radiologist who analyses or reads the X-ray image and prepares a report of the findings which is shared with the patient.