সংজ্ঞা
A chest x-ray is an image of the heart and lungs and other structures in the chest. A small dose of radiation is used to create the image. It is one of the most common medical tests done.
পরীক্ষার কারণ
Chest x-rays are done to look for abnormalities of your heart, lungs, bones, or blood vessels in your chest. Your doctor may order a chest x-ray if you have certain symptoms, such as:
- Bad or persistent cough
- শ্বাস নিতে কষ্ট হওয়া
- রক্ত কাশি
- বুক ব্যাথা
- Chest injury
- জ্বর
সম্ভাব্য জটিলতা
Chest x-rays are done using a very small dose of radiation. If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor or the x-ray technician. X-rays are generally avoided during pregnancy, if possible.
কি আশা করছ
পরীক্ষার আগে
You will be asked to remove all jewelry from the waist up. You will also put on a hospital gown. A lead apron may be placed over your abdomen and pelvis. This is done to minimize the risks of radiation.
পরীক্ষার বর্ণনা
Pictures are usually taken from both a side view and a front view. An x-ray technician will position you according to the type of x-ray machine used. In most cases, you will stand against the x-ray machine with your hands up or to the side. You will be asked to take a deep breath and hold it while the x-ray is being taken. You will also be asked to stay as still as possible when the film is taken. You may notice that the film cartridge feels cool to your skin.
পরীক্ষার পর
পরীক্ষা শেষ হলে আপনি চলে যেতে পারবেন।
এতে কতক্ষণ সময় লাগবে?
About 10-15 minutes.
এটা আঘাত করবে?
No.
ফলাফল
A specialist will look at your x-ray and send a report to your doctor. Results are generally available in 1-2 days.
An abnormal x-ray may require further testing, including:
- সিটি স্ক্যান
- এম.আর. আই স্ক্যান
- বায়োপসি
আপনার ডাক্তারকে কল করুন
Call your doctor if you have any concerns after the test.
জরুরী পরিস্থিতিতে, অবিলম্বে চিকিৎসা সহায়তার জন্য কল করুন।