X - Ray Orbit PA 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 Orbit PA View

What is X - Ray Orbit PA View?

X-ray test is an imaging test that uses X-rays to create an image of a certain part of your body. It can help doctors diagnose and treat certain conditions. X-Ray PA view is a type of orientation where the patient faces away from the X-ray source. X-Ray orbits PA view is when one image covers most of the segment (such as the skull).

This procedure is relatively safe. You will have to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or under any medication. This procedure lasts for about 10 - 15 minutes. You will be asked to remove or keep away all metal items such as ornaments, keys, etc.

What is X - Ray Orbit PA View used for?

To look for any fractures of the bones around the eye sockets
To detect the presence of suspected foreign objects in the eye which are not seen with the ophthalmic instruments

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about X - Ray Orbit PA View

Frequently Asked Questions about X - Ray Orbit PA 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.