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X-ray
Exam
Indications Labs Prep NPO
Myelograms Lumbar puncture
These exams require special scheduling. RN will need to call patient with instructions.
IVP (intravenous pyelogram)
Hematuria, ank pain, history of kidney stones
Creatinine if patient is older than 70 years of age, is diabetic or has heart or renal disease.
Bowel cleanser
Follow instructions of bowel-cleansing prep kit
Hysterosalpingograms (done only through days 7 of 10 of menstrual cycle)
Evaluate tubal patency, mass, broids, adhesions
Exam Pelvis KUB Forearm
Number of Views
Joints Included
Additional Information
Humerus Tibia/ bula Hip
Femur
Complete elbow and shoulder
Does not include lateral shoulder
Southfield16
1 AP
Both hip joints
Includes both hip joints, complete wings, pubic symphysis Includes abdomen, pubic symphysis
Includes complete radius and ulna, wrist and elbow
2 AP/LAT
Ankle and knee Hip
Hip and knee
Includes two views of both ankle and knee
FluorosCopy Continued
diagnostiC X-ray
Wrist and elbow
Includes complete pelvis with both AP hips, lateral of affected hip
Includes complete hip and knee
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