Chest X-rays: How to prepare and what to expect - 08/2021

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Chest X-rays: How to prepare and what to expect

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Abstract

This handout explains the chest X-ray exam, which is done to assess the lungs, heart, and chest wall. It includes how the exam works, how to prepare for it, what to expect, and how to get the results.

Author

Radiology/Imaging Services

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2005

Revision Date

08/2021

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General Subject

Diagnostic Tests

Specific Subject/Keyword

Chest

Heart

Lung

Radiology

Thorax

Languages

English

Record ID

3067