X - Ray Abdomen Standing AP View near me in Mumbai

This test is for

Male, Female

Earliest reports in

24-48 hours

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 Abdomen Standing AP View in Mumbai

What is X - Ray Abdomen Standing AP View in Mumbai?

X - Ray Abdomen Standing Anteroposterior (AP) View is also known as KUB X-ray because the radiograph involves kidneys, ureters and bladder. X-ray of the abdomen can be done either in a supine or upright position.

This test is prescribed by the doctor to diagnose the cause of any stomach (abdominal) pain, to look for any signs of intestinal obstruction and to look for suspected gallstones or kidney stones.

Frequently Asked Questions about X - Ray Abdomen Standing AP View in Mumbai

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.