General x-ray
On the day
When you visit an I-MED clinic for an x-ray you will be greeted by one of our friendly reception staff.
A radiographer will then collect you from our reception area and take you to the x-ray room. You may need to change into a medical gown for your procedure.
Once the radiographer has completed the procedure, one of our qualified radiologists will review your x-ray images and prepare a comprehensive report for your referring GP or specialist.
FAQs
What is a General X-Ray
This is the most commonly performed investigation for assessing injured limbs or examining the chest for possible infection.
An x-ray image is produced when a small amount of radiation passes through the body and strikes a sheet of sensitive film placed on the other side of the body.
The ability of x-rays to penetrate tissues and bones varies according to the tissue's composition and mass. Bone, which contains calcium, does not let much radiation through and results in white images on the x-ray film. The lungs, which are filled with air, allow nearly all x-rays to strike the film resulting in a black film image.
You will not feel any discomfort during the procedure.
Patient Preparation
No preparation is required for general x-ray.