chest x-ray

1. Imaging Procedure

• X-ray imaging of the chest (usually includes):

  • Posteroanterior (PA) view – front-to-back chest image

  • Lateral view (side view) – included in more detailed exams or on doctor’s request

2. Radiographer/Technician Assistance

• A trained X-ray technician will guide you during the procedure

• Helps position you correctly for accurate imaging

3. Radiologist Interpretation

• A certified radiologist examines and interprets the X-ray image

• Looks for signs of:

  • Infections (pneumonia, tuberculosis)

  • Lung abnormalities (tumors, nodules)

  • Heart size and shape

  • Rib fractures or deformities

  • Fluid or air around lungs (pleural effusion or pneumothorax)

4. Digital or Printed Report

• You receive:

  • A digital report (via email or patient portal)

  • Sometimes a printed film or a CD with the X-ray image

• The report includes the radiologist’s summary and findings

5. Optional Add-ons in Health Packages

• If the chest X-ray is part of a full-body check-up, it may come bundled with:

  • Physical exam

  • Blood tests

  • ECG

  • Pulmonary function test (PFT)

1. Advanced Imaging

• No CT scan, MRI, or ultrasound of the chest

• These are separate procedures for more detailed imaging

2. Multiple Body Areas

• The standard chest X-ray only covers the chest area (lungs, heart, ribs)

• It does not include neck, abdomen, spine, or pelvis X-rays

3. 3D Imaging or High-Resolution Scans

• Chest X-rays are 2D; 3D reconstruction or high-res imaging is not included

4. Specialist Consultation

• A radiologist reads the image, but you don’t get a consultation with a pulmonologist, cardiologist, or general physician unless booked separately

5. Diagnosis or Treatment

• The X-ray shows internal images, but:

  • No diagnosis confirmation is made unless reviewed by a doctor

  • No treatment or prescription is provided with the X-ray alone

6. Follow-Up Imaging

• If the doctor recommends a repeat X-ray, it's usually not included in the original price

• Follow-up imaging for progress tracking must be scheduled and paid for separately

7. Contrast Studies

• No use of contrast dye or injections (which are sometimes used in CT scans, not X-rays)

8. Insurance Claim Assistance

• Most basic or walk-in chest X-rays don’t include insurance documentation unless done as part of an approved package