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X-rays are a form of ionizing radiation that can be used to create images of the inside of your body. These images are useful for detection of bone fractures, bone abnormalities, tumours and abnormal growths.
X-rays are collectively known as X-Radiation, which is a type of high-energy electromagnetic radiation (also known as ionizing radiation). X-Rays are a type of radiation that is similar to visible light, in that you cannot see or feel it. However, X-Rays have a higher energy than light and can pass through objects, including the human anatomy.
As they pass through the body, the energy from X-Rays is absorbed at different rates by various parts of the body. The images are seen as various shades of black and white, depending on how easily the X-rays can pass through. There will be a detector on the other side of the body that picks up the X-Rays and turns them into an image (a radiograph).
X-ray radiography is commonly used to detect:
X-rays produce ionising radiation, which is a form of radiation that has the potential to harm living tissue. The risk increases with each exposure over a lifetime, so x-rays are usually limited to reduce this risk. For health concerns that require frequent monitoring, such as arthritis, an MRI might be a better alternative.
At MRI Plus, we would always recommend that you obtain a referral from a Clinical Professional for any diagnostic imaging service.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept self-referrals for any diagnostic imaging that uses x-rays. X-rays produce ionising radiation, which is a form of radiation that has the potential to harm living tissue. The risk increases with each exposure over a lifetime, so x-rays are usually limited to reduce this risk.
If you have a referral form written by a qualified healthcare professional, you can complete our online form and send a copy of your referral form to [email protected] prior to booking your appointment.
Ultrasound, also known as a sonogram, is a non-invasive diagnostic technique used to create images of areas within the body by using sound waves.
An ultrasound is commonly used to visualise muscles, tendons and internal organs to capture their size, structure and any abnormalities in real-time.
There are no known risks with external ultrasound scans, which is why they are commonly used for growth and well-being scans throughout pregnancy.
Ultrasound probes, called transducers, produce sound waves that have frequencies beyond the range of human hearing. When placed on the skin, the probe emits these high-frequency sound waves, which bounce off different parts of the body and create ‘echoes’ which can be translate into a moving image.
Ultrasound is most commonly used to help diagnose the causes of pain, swelling and infection in the body’s internal organs and to examine pregnant women to assess the development of a baby.
Ultrasound has no known risks and does not use ionizing radiation, like X-rays or CT Scans.
Ultrasound is a non-invasive scan that can examine pain, swelling and infection for internal organs, such as:
At MRI Plus, we would always recommend that you obtain a referral from a Clinical Professional for any diagnostic imaging service.
However, we will accept a self-referral from any self-paying patient, where the referral meets our qualifying criteria, which includes:
– You must be aged 18 and above to self-refer, or aged 16 and above with parent/guardian consent and presence.
– You must provide contact details of your GP or chosen Specialist, involved in your care, for the report to be sent to.
– You must have clear clinical indication for a scan – we are currently unable to offer a health screening exam.
– You must be a self-pay patient. Please be advised that any patients funded by the NHS or Medical Insurance are not eligible for self-referral.
– You must complete the health screening questionnaire
Every self-referral is reviewed to ensure that self-referral is suitable. There are some conditions that may not be accepted, due to safety protocols, but this will be checked at the time of booking. In some circumstances, you may be referred back to your GP or Specialist.
Please read the terms of our Self Referral Agreement before completing our Self-Referral form.
Complete your Self-Referral Form here
DEXA stands for ‘dual energy X-ray absorptiometry’ but is also referred to as ‘bone densitometry’ scanning or ‘DXA’ and is used to determine the bone mineral density (strength) of bones.
Particular bone conditions and medications may create a loss in bone density, which DEXA can detect faster and more accurately than an X-Ray. For example, osteoporosis can only be detected on X-Ray once some of the bone mass has already been lost.
Having a DEXA scan can help determine if you have particular bone conditions or whether you may develop them in the future, so your clinical specialist can provide suitable treatment options to help prevent bone loss or damage.
Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is the means of using X-Ray to examine the bone mineral density (strength) of your bones. The two X-Ray beams, of varying energy strength, are aimed at the bone and the density can be determined from the absorption of the different X-rays into the bone.
Having a DEXA scan can help determine if you have particular bone conditions or whether you may develop them in the future, so your clinical specialist can provide suitable treatment options to help prevent bone loss or damage.
DEXA is most commonly used to check for signs of osteoporosis, a condition where the bones become weak and prone to fracture. It is the most accurate and reliable way to measure your bone density and find out if you have osteoporosis, or if you may develop it in the future. There are usually no symptoms; the first sign is often a break or fracture.
Common reasons to consider having a DEXA scan:
DEXA utilises the same technology as having an X-ray but differs in that 2 varying X-ray strengths are used to detect bone density. X-rays produce ionising radiation, which is a form of radiation that has the potential to harm living tissue. The risk increases with each exposure over a lifetime, so x-rays are usually limited to reduce this risk.
At MRI Plus, we would always recommend that you obtain a referral from a Clinical Professional for any diagnostic imaging service.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept self-referrals for any diagnostic imaging that uses x-rays. X-rays produce ionising radiation, which is a form of radiation that has the potential to harm living tissue. The risk increases with each exposure over a lifetime, so x-rays are usually limited to reduce this risk.
If you have a referral form written by a qualified healthcare professional, you can complete our online form and send a copy of your referral form to [email protected] prior to booking your appointment.
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