X-ray
About the exam
X-ray is an imaging exam that uses low doses of ionizing radiation to assess bones, joints, the chest and other internal structures.
At Vita Imagem, the exam is done with digital equipment.
Indications
assessment of fractures, lung diseases, joint pain and orthopedic follow up.
- Fractures
- Lung diseases
- Joint pain
- Orthopedic follow up
Self-pay or health plan
We serve self-pay patients, with no authorization or plan form, and also Brazilian health plans.
Preparation
How to prepare for an X-ray.
Always follow the instructions you receive when booking: the preparation may vary according to your medical order.
Patient care
First come, first served
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Before the exam
- Most X-ray exams need no preparation. The exceptions are listed below.
- In pregnant women, X-rays are only done with a medical indication, such as a fracture, and with the abdomen protected by a lead apron. If you might be pregnant, tell the team before the exam.
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What to bring
- Medical order (authorized, if through a health plan), photo ID and CPF. They are required at the time of the exam.
- If needed, the health plan form, card and authorized form.
- Patients under 18 must be with their parent or legal guardian, bringing an ID, school card or birth certificate.
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On the day of the exam
- For some exams you need to stay in your underwear or undressed, wearing a clinic gown.
- You will be positioned in the machine by the radiology technician or the nursing technician.
Preparation by type of exam
Choose the exam on your medical order.
Plain abdomen, acute abdomen series, lumbosacral spine, thoracolumbar spine and full spine
- 12 h
- fasting
- At 4 p.m., take 2 bisacodyl tablets.
- At 8 p.m., take 1 bisacodyl tablet.
- Have a light meal in the evening, avoiding meat, milk and dairy products.
- Arrive after a 12 hour fast.
- Children up to 12 years old: only a 12 hour fast.
Other X-ray exams
- No
- preparation
- They need no preparation and are done on a first come, first served basis.
Questions about the preparation?
Talk to the team
Already have your medical order?
Send it on WhatsApp, choose the location and time, and complete the digital pre-check-in. We serve self-pay patients and Brazilian health plans.