Thoracic Spine X-Ray
Alternate Names : Back Films, Spine X-Ray, Thoracic Spine Films, Thoracic X-Ray, Vertebral Radiography, X-Ray - Spine
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How is the Test Performed?
The test is performed in a hospital radiology department or in the health care provider's office by an X-ray technician. You will be asked to lie on the X-ray table and assume various positions. If the X-ray is to determine an injury, care will be taken to prevent further injury.
The X-ray machine will be positioned over the thoracic area of the spine. You will be asked to hold your breath as the picture is taken, so that the picture will not be blurry. Usually two or three views are needed.
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