X-ray technology is used for the examination of internal organs, bones, blood vessels, and the progression of diseases such as cancer. It can also detect infection, blockages and foreign objects.
X-ray Procedure
An X-ray procedure typically involves the following steps:
- Lying or standing, or holding a certain position, depending on the part of your body to be imaged.
- A contrast material or dye may be injected into a specific part of your body to obtain a more detailed view.
- The X-ray machine captures an image of the specified region.