All Referral Letters Accepted.
Bulk Billing Available(Conditions Apply)
An x-ray examination creates 2D images of the body’s internal organs or bones to help diagnose conditions or diseases.
Please inform the staff if you are, or may be, pregnant or if you are diabetic.
Please also advise us if you have a recent history of peptic ulcers.
Overview
X-ray images contain information about the bones, soft tissue and air (lungs/bowel gas).Preparing
Please bring your referral (letter from your doctor) and your Medicare and/or Pension Health care card with you to your appointment. It is important to bring all previous films and reports relating to the region being imaged.
No appointment is necessary but it is preferable that call (02) 9568 6887 in order to preface your arrival. If you wear light comfortable clothing without buttons, metal zips, buckles or hooks around the area being imaged, you may not need to change into a gown.
There is no other preparation required for x-rays.
Babies in the womb are more sensitive to the risks of x-rays. Please inform your doctor if you are or you suspect you may be pregnant before having your x-ray.
Scanning
All x-ray examinations will be performed by one of our experienced radiographers.
A single examination will take an average of 10 minutes.
You will be asked to remove jewellery and other metal objects from the body part being examined.
You will be asked to lie or stand in different positions while the images are acquired.
You will need to stay still while you are having an x-ray and you may also be asked to hold your breath for a second or two while the image is being taken.
Results
After the procedure the results will be reported by our radiologist, Dr. Himanshu Kaushik. You may wait while the images are prepared and reported or you can organise an appropriate time to pick up your results before your next appointment with your GP or specialist. They can also be provided via electronic transfer to your referring practitioner if requested. Comprehensive Medical Imaging strongly advises that you return to your referring doctor, in order for your doctor to discuss your radiology report with you.
FAQs
Will I feel anything while having my x-ray taken?
No, x-rays are painless.
How much radiation am I getting exposed to?
X-rays are monitored and regulated so that you receive the minimum amount of radiation needed to produce a diagnostic image.
Can I have an x-ray if I am pregnant?
Babies in the womb are more sensitive to the risks of x-rays. Please inform your doctor if you are or if you suspect you may be pregnant before having your x-ray.
Can I have a female radiographer/technician to perform the scan?
Yes, please let reception know when making your appointment. We have female radiographers sensitive to the needs of female patients.
Can I accompany my child in the x-ray room?
If your assistance is needed to keep your child still, we will provide you with a lead gown so you can be present in the x-ray room. However, if you are (or suspect you are) pregnant, or if you have other children with you, you will be required to wait outside the room. Babies and small children are more sensitive to x-rays and this will reduce unnecessary exposure. Instead, please bring an additional adult with you to assist.
Will the radiographer performing my scan tell me what’s wrong?
It is the radiographer’s duty to perform the test and ensure the images are of high quality for the radiologist (specialist doctor) to interpret them.
