X - Ray Neck AP & LAT View
Also referred as
X-ray Cervical Region AP & LAT
Neck X-Ray Front and Side
For men & women
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A cervical spine X-ray takes a picture of the bones in the back of the neck (7 cervical vertebrae), the first vertebrae of the thoracic spine, and the disc spaces. It may be performed to diagnose the cause of neck pain, fractures or broken bones, arthritis, spondylosis, degeneration of the discs, and tumours. In Anterior-Posterior (AP) projection, X-rays pass from the front to the back of the patient. The lateral view is taken from the side of the patient. An X-ray uses radiation to create a picture of the area. A radiologist will assess the images and send a report.
A plain X-ray usually takes 15 minutes, but this is a safe and painless technique, as the radiation exposure is less than a second.
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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: 27th Jul 2026
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This package is designed with everyone’s overall health considerations in mind, offering assessments to address a wide range of wellness needs.
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Report delivery
Standard time
1 hrs
For slots after 11 AM, report will be delivered in 48 hours.
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 find out the neck injury, regular neck numbness, neck pain, weakness in arms
2
To detect fractured neck bones, dislocated neck joints, swelling in windpipe
3
To diagnose (bone thinning) osteoporosis, neck bone tumor/cyst, injury on disks and joints of neck (cervical spondylosis)
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To determine spinal deformities, vocal cord region swelling (croup), epiglottitis, tonsillitis, adenoids and tracing the blockage in the throat region due to foreign objects
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