Question 1

Is a doctor's prescription mandatory for a Chest X-Ray test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a doctor’s note is mandatory for getting a Chest X-Ray test done.

Question 2

Are there any discounts running on MFine for the Chest X-Ray tests?

Accepted Answer

You can avail up to 50% discount on MFine for Chest X-Ray test. This may vary based on your location and the preferred lab partner.

Question 3

Will I get a report analysis after the test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your report analysis will be done by an expert doctor for free on the MFine app.

Question 4

Are there any packages available on MFine for scans?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is the Healthy Heart Package and Complete Pollution Package that you can avail of through MFine. These packages include multiple scans to detect problems or diseases.

Question 5

Can I reschedule my appointment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can reschedule your appointment. However, it is subject to the availability of slots.

Question 6

Are X-Rays of the chest safe?

Accepted Answer

Exposure to X-Rays can affect the body, but for the test, the radiologist uses only the minimum amount of radiation safety for the body. Chest X-Rays are generally safe; they do not pose any risk to the body.

Question 7

What should I avoid after radiation?

Accepted Answer

It is better to consult your doctor or dietician to know what you should take in your diet during radiation therapy. Special care of diet is taken during the radiation therapy. Foods such as salt (sodium), saturated fat, and sugar need to be avoided or lower proportion. Even excess consumption of alcohol should be avoided.

Question 8

What can a Chest X-Ray reveal?

Accepted Answer

Chest X-Rays can detect various health disorders such as cancer, infection, air collecting in the space around the lung to collapse. The test can detect chronic lung conditions like emphysema, cystic fibrosis, and other complications. The Chest X-Ray also detects lung problems that are due to heart problems.

Question 9

Is it possible for radiation to remain in your body indefinitely?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes internal radiation therapy is performed on the patients for an extended period. In that case, the patient and radiologist remain in a private room to not expose other people to the radiation. Mostly, radiation therapy is given for a few minutes, and the radiation can remain in the body for around a few minutes or even a few days.

Question 10

When should I contact my physician?

Accepted Answer

When you face any abnormalities in the chest, you should contact your physician. It can include injury that can lead to broken ribs, regular pain in the chest, coughing, and difficulty in breathing.

Question 11

When should I expect to receive the results of my Chest X-Ray?

Accepted Answer

It takes 1 to 2 days for the results to be available, as the images formed by the Chest X-Ray need to be interpreted by the radiologist or physicians accurately. However, the result can be provided in an hour or so in emergency cases.

Question 12

How many Chest X-Rays are safe to have each year?

Accepted Answer

There is no such number of X-Rays that are safe for you to have each year. However, it has been recommended to limit the radiation exposure to 100 mSv, which equals 10,000 Chest X-Rays but only 25 CT scans.

Question 13

Is COVID detectable on a Chest X-Ray?

Accepted Answer

For the diagnosis of COVID-19, this radiology test is relatively sensitive and specific. The Chest X-Ray is a screening test that forms a precise image of the chest and organs, and it helps to detect various ailments.

Question 14

What are the benefits of Chest X-Rays?

Accepted Answer

Chest X-Ray test uses X-Ray to form the image of the chest and organs. It helps to examine the structure of the heart, lungs, chest wall, and rib structure and detect any ailment. Various diseases can bring abnormal changes in the structure of the lungs and heart.

Question 15

What is a typical Chest X-Ray?

Accepted Answer

The typical Chest X-Ray shows the normal size and shape of the chest walls and some other main structures in the chest. The white shadows indicate the solid structures and fluids like rib cage, bone, vertebrae, aorta, heart, and shoulder bones.

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