X - Ray Soft Tissue Neck AP & LAT View

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Brand: Tata 1mg
SKU: X - Ray Soft Tissue Neck AP & LAT View
Price: 525 INR
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This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

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 Soft Tissue Neck AP & LAT View

What is X - Ray Soft Tissue Neck AP & LAT View?

An X ray of the soft tissue neck is a less invasive test which helps to visualize the overall airway structures. This test covers the three regions of the pharynx (connects mouth and nose to food pipe), epiglottis, glottis and subglottis. Dense structures such as the bones, appear white and softer body tissues, such as the skin and muscles appear darker. The actual exposure time to radiation is usually less than a second, although the overall test may take 15-20 minutes.

What is X - Ray Soft Tissue Neck AP & LAT View used for?

To diagnose the presence of the foreign bodies (fishbone, metal coins, toys etc.)
To determine the upper respiratory tract infection (UTI) and retropharyngeal abscesses
To evaluate the croup (viral respiratory tract infection) and epiglottitis (inflammation of epiglottis)