Chest X-ray in children

What it shows

Pneumonia, inhaled objects, heart size.

Why it is done

Cough with fast breathing, suspected foreign body.

Preparation

Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.

Radiation & safety

Typical effective dose 0.01 to 0.02 mSv, similar to a few days of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.

How long it takes

a few minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

Sample type

X-ray

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सामान्य प्रश्न

What does a child chest x-ray show?
Pneumonia, inhaled objects, heart size.

Why is a child chest x-ray done?
Cough with fast breathing, suspected foreign body.

How do I prepare for a child chest x-ray?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.

Does a child chest x-ray use radiation?
Typical effective dose 0.01 to 0.02 mSv, similar to a few days of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.

How long does a child chest x-ray take?
a few minutes

Chest X-ray in children क्यों किया जाता है?
Cough with fast breathing, suspected foreign body.

Chest X-ray in children के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.

Chest X-ray in children गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 0.01 to 0.02 mSv, similar to a few days of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.