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What is Digital X-ray imaging?

Digital X-ray exams include a wide range of diagnostic procedures used to demonstrate areas of the body. X-ray technology today is often referred as to general radiography. Digital x-rays are focused beams of energy that produce images of the body on either film or a computer. X-ray beams move differently through bones than they would tissues or organs. The difference can be seen by the density of the impression they give to the image. Bones for example will absorb more of the beam than an organ or soft tissue making them appear white or gray on x-ray image while tissue appears darker.

Digital x-rays and general radiography play a very important role in helping physicians make their diagnostic decisions for your treatment. Digital x-ray findings often suggest to the radiologist that further diagnostic imaging procedures will be required and he or she will make that recommendation to your physician, when they fell it is indicated.

Do I have to do anything special to prepare for x-ray imaging?

There are no required preparations for general or digital x-ray imaging exams.

How long does the exam take?

General radiography exams usually take between 10 to 30 minutes depending on the type of procedure ordered by your physician. You may be asked to change into a gown, if your clothing has zippers or buttons that are in the view. There are no restrictions following x-ray imaging and you can return to work or normal activity immediately.

When will I get the results?

Your films will be reviewed and interpreted by one of our staff radiologists. Any previous studies are compared against your new x-ray images and the results are sent directly to your physician. Our goal is to provide your physician with the report the same or next day. Often if there is injury doctors would like immediate results. If requested by your physician our radiologist will make the call. After reading the x-ray images, your report will be given to you by your healthcare provider. They will compare your test results against their own clinical findings to provide you with a clear picture of your overall health.

If you would like to learn more about your specific procedure, visit radiologyinfo.org.