A Rib X-ray is a x-ray test of the ribs. It shows rib fractures, sometimes a collapsed lung. Typical effective dose 0.1 mSv, similar to about 10 days of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
Rib fractures, sometimes a collapsed lung.
Chest injury.
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
Typical effective dose 0.1 mSv, similar to about 10 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.
a few minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
X-ray
परिणाम की व्याख्या के लिए डॉक्टर को दिखाएँ — अकेला परीक्षण निदान नहीं करता।
निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।
What does a rib x-ray show?
Rib fractures, sometimes a collapsed lung.
Why is a rib x-ray done?
Chest injury.
How do I prepare for a rib x-ray?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
Does a rib x-ray use radiation?
Typical effective dose 0.1 mSv, similar to about 10 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 rib x-ray take?
a few minutes
Rib X-ray क्यों किया जाता है?
Chest injury.
Rib X-ray के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
Rib X-ray गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 0.1 mSv, similar to about 10 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.
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