A KUB X-ray is a x-ray test of the kidneys, ureters and bladder. It shows some kidney and ureter stones. Typical effective dose 0.7 mSv, similar to about 3 months of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यो निदान होइन। आपत्कालमा १०२ मा फोन गर्नुहोस्। सधैं योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मीसँग सल्लाह लिनुहोस्।
Some kidney and ureter stones.
Follow-up of known stones.
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
Typical effective dose 0.7 mSv, similar to about 3 months 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.
a few minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
X-ray
नतिजा व्याख्या गर्न डाक्टरलाई देखाउनुहोस् — एउटै परीक्षणले निदान गर्दैन।
नजिकका सुविधा देखाउन तपाईंको स्थान एक पटक प्रयोग गर्छ। केही सुरक्षित गरिँदैन।
What does a kub x-ray show?
Some kidney and ureter stones.
Why is a kub x-ray done?
Follow-up of known stones.
How do I prepare for a kub x-ray?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
Does a kub x-ray use radiation?
Typical effective dose 0.7 mSv, similar to about 3 months 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 kub x-ray take?
a few minutes
KUB X-ray किन गरिन्छ?
Follow-up of known stones.
KUB X-ray का लागि कसरी तयारी गर्ने?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
KUB X-ray गर्भावस्थामा सुरक्षित छ?
Typical effective dose 0.7 mSv, similar to about 3 months 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.
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