Services

Digital Radiography

Standard X-ray, captured digitally for immediate review and sharper detail.

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What it is

Digital radiography is standard X-ray captured electronically, the most common imaging test. It’s quick, low-dose, and ideal for bones and the chest.

What it finds

Fractures and dislocations, pneumonia and other lung problems, arthritis, and the placement of tubes or devices.

What to expect

You’ll stand, sit, or lie down while the technologist positions the area and takes the image in seconds. There’s no preparation and nothing to feel.

Typical time
5–10 min
Radiation
Very low
Preparation
None

Preparation varies by exam and by patient. Please follow the specific instructions provided by the imaging center where your study is scheduled, and let them know about any conditions (such as diabetes or kidney disease) that affect medications or eating.

Where to get it

Offered at several of our locations:

AdventHealth MurrayAtrium Health Floyd Cherokee Medical CenterAtrium Health Floyd Polk Medical Center

Representative. Exact availability is confirmed when you schedule.

Learn more about Digital Radiography at RadiologyInfo.org ↗

Patient education produced by the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR).