X-Ray
X-Ray Chest — PA View
📍 Body Part: Chest
🖥 Equipment: Digital X-Ray
⏱ Duration: 5 min
About This Scan
Standard posteroanterior (PA) chest X-Ray — the most frequently requested radiological investigation. Evaluates: • Lungs (pneumonia, TB, collapse, effusion) • Heart size and shape • Rib fractures • Trachea position • Diaphragm Otherwise known as CXR (Chest X-Ray).
📋 Preparation Instructions
Remove all jewellery, bra underwires, and clothing with metal. Women must inform the technician if they are or might be pregnant.