X - Ray Both Knees Standing - AP & Lateral Views near me in Ahmedabad

Also known as X - Ray Both Knees Standing - Antero Posterior & Lateral Views

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Depending on the area to be imaged, you may be asked to wear a hospital gown at the time of the scan.
You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Understanding X - Ray Both Knees Standing - AP & Lateral Views in Ahmedabad

What is X - Ray Both Knees Standing - AP & Lateral Views in Ahmedabad?

X-Ray for knee joints is an imaging technique to assess the knee joint for alignment, bone quality and the extent of a degenerative changes within the knee. Anterior- posterior(AP) and lateral(LAT) views are taken by placing the X-ray beam in front and sideways of the patient respectively.

It is advised by the doctor to detect any fracture, injury, osteoarthiritis and other knee disorders. Common symptoms of an knee disorder include pain, tenderness, swelling and deformity of the knee.

X-Ray for both knees, also known as bilateral x-ray is recommended if a physician suspects the symptoms of arthiritis.

Pregnant women should inform the physician about their condition as the radiations might affect the fetus.