About this test
Cough, fever, dyspnoea, chest pain: pneumonia, TB, effusion, pneumothorax, heart size; pre-employment/pre-operative screening.
Parameters
A parameter breakdown is not available for this entry. Contact the centre for the exact investigation details.
Sample & preparation
- Sample
- Plain digital radiograph
- Preparation
- No preparation. Remove metal, jewellery and clothing over the area. Women of reproductive age: tell the technician if pregnant or possibly pregnant. Remove bra with metal hooks/necklaces.
Confirm preparation and reporting time with OnePLUS when booking. Your referring clinician can advise which investigation is appropriate.