X - Ray Left Foot AP 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 Left Foot AP View

What is X - Ray Left Foot AP View?

X-Ray Left Foot AP View is an imaging test that helps detect any potential dislocations, fractures, bone lesions or degenerative diseases of the left foot. An x-ray is a type of high-energy electromagnetic radiation that gives images of the joint. It helps detect any abnormality with the foot and ankle.

X-rays are considered mostly safe but can be dangerous in some cases. Exposure to the radiation can pose a minor risk to the patient. Pregnant women are not allowed to get an x-ray done as there is a small chance that the radiation may harm the baby in the womb. The x-ray is conducted on the patient while the patient is sitting with their leg stretched out.

What is X - Ray Left Foot AP View used for?

To diagnose any broken/fractured bones of the foot and to monitor the healing of the broken bone, after it has been set.
To diagnose any suspected infection, osteoporosis, deformities or abnormal growth of the bones and arthritis (inflammation of the joints).

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about X - Ray Left Foot AP View

Frequently Asked Questions about X - Ray Left Foot AP View

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.