Reliability of test results Good. Patient time for test 15-20 minutes. Before the test Purpose of test Detects lung disorders, such as pneumonia, collapsed lung, breathing difficulties and tumors. Detects heart disease. Determines location and size of a lesion.
Helps assess respiratory status.
Commercial X-ray laboratory, hospital, doctor's office. Lab technician or nurse. Risks and precautions This X-ray procedure may be hazardous to an unborn child during pregnancy. The value of the information derived from the test must outweigh the risk. If X-rays must be taken, insist on protecting your abdomen with a lead apron.