X-ray information and comparisons
| Radiation exposure: | Exposure to dangerous ionizing radiation. |
| Cost: | X-Ray is relatively cheaper than MRI (~70$ on average) |
| Time taken for complete scan: | A few seconds |
| Ability to change the imaging plane without moving the patient: | Does not have this ability |
| Details of bony structures: | Detailed images of bone structure on photographic film as bones absorb x-rays, and x-rays affect photographic film in the same way as light |
| Details of soft tissues: | None - only bone and other dense tissue can be seen |
| Application: | X-Rays are largely used to examine broken bones. Can also be used to detect diseased tissues. |
| Effects on the Body: | The powerful rays have the ability to create birth defects and diseases and can also alter the DNA. |
| Acronym For: | X-radiation or Rontgen radiation |
| Scope of Application: | X-Ray is limited to examining a few body conditions only. |
| Principle: | X-rays attenuated (blocked) by denser tissue creates a shadow on the image. |
| Image specifics: | Demonstrates the difference between bone density and soft tissue. |
| Detail: | X-ray is not a very detailed exam, rather used to see bones and check for minor chest/sinus infection. |
| What they show: | X - rays are used to see metal objects inside the body that cannot be removed, for example, metal plates, pace makers and shrapnel |