X - Ray Dorsolumbar Spine AP Standing View in Gurgaon

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.
You may be asked to empty your bladder and pass stools before the X-ray.

Understanding X - Ray Dorsolumbar Spine AP Standing View in Gurgaon

What is X - Ray Dorsolumbar Spine AP Standing View in Gurgaon?

An X-ray Dorsolumbar spine AP (anteroposterior) standing view is visualization of the thoracic and lumbar spinal column (vertebral bones of the lower back), the intervertebral discs, and the tissue and skin surrounding the spinal area. This X-ray is done to identify any fracture, injury, lower back pain cause, intervertebral disc problems like degeneration, dislocation, herniation, or abnormal spine curvature.

The black and white image produced on a special X-ray film will be read by a radiologist. This will help determine your course of treatment. Medically, it is indicated if you have severe back pain or injury, fractures, or arthritis affecting your lower back. It is a safe procedure with minimal radiation exposure. Advantages are that it is painless, cheap, and simple and usually takes less than 15 minutes.