X - Ray Both Wrists AP View
Also referred as
X-Ray wrist for bone age
For men & women
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X - Ray Right Wrist AP & LAT view helps to visualize the wrist using a small amount of radiation. Wrist comprises of forearm bones (radius and ulna) and eight small wrist bones (carpal bones). It is recommended in case of symptoms such as pain, tenderness and swelling in feet.
It helps to detect infections, cysts, tumors or other diseases in the wrist bones. It is also recommended before performing a surgery, to check the alignment of bones post surgery or as part of a bone-age study.
For AP(antero - posterior) and LAT views X-ray beam is placed in front and sideways of the patient body respectively.
Pregnant women should inform the physician about their condition as the radiations might affect the fetus.
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Test Information is reviewed by: Dr. Swati Gupta (Anand), MBBS, MD Lab Medicine and written by Dr. Lipika Khurana, BDS, PGDHHM . The test details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any test. Last updated on: 4th Jun 2026
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Preparations
1
You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
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Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiation may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.
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Informed consent is required.
Why is this test booked?
1
To diagnose any fracture of the bones of the wrist joint and to monitor the healing of the broken bones, after it has been set.
2
To detect any infection, osteoporosis, deformities or abnormal growth of the bones.
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To diagnose any suspected arthritis or dislocation of the wrist joint.
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Also done in children as a part of the bone-age studies, to look for any growth abnormalities.
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