X - Ray Left Foot AP & LAT Views near me in Patna

Also referred as

Left Foot X-Ray – AP & Lateral

X-Ray Left Foot

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An X-ray is an imaging test that can help doctors diagnose certain conditions. X - Ray Left Foot AP & LAT Views is primarily used to diagnose and treat fractures in the foot. It can also help monitor the healing process post-treatment. X-Ray left foot AP and LAT views are the orientations of the X-ray image. The AP X-ray test is done from the top, while the LAT X-ray test is taken from the sides. These images give a complete 3-D view of the foot, providing your doctor with ample information.

This procedure is relatively safe. You should inform your doctor if you are pregnant or under medication.

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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.

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.

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Last Updated

6th Oct 2025