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X-rays are the most frequently used form of medical diagnostic imaging. Chest x-rays are very common and can be used to examine the lungs, heart and chest wall. X-rays are also the fastest and easiest way for visualizing bone conditions such as:

 

  • Dislocation of bones or joints
  • Healing and alignment of fractures post treatment
  • Fluid build-up in joints
  • Injury or damage
  • Infection
  • Arthritis
  • Abnormalities
  • Osteoporosis and Scoliosis
  • Cancer
  • Location of Foreign Solid Objects


X-ray imaging is a painless examination. You may be asked to hold an uncomfortable position or you breath for a short period of time in order to get a clear image of the area of the body part being examined as movement may cause the image to be blurred. The MRT will assist you in finding the best possible position for maximum comfort while securing optimal image quality.


A radiologist (a physician specifically trained to interpret radiology examinations) will analyze the images and a report with their interpretation will be provided to your physician. The doctor who ordered the exam will discuss the findings with you. Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs) are not able to give out test results.


For your X-ray Examination

Please bring your referral (requisition) with you in person along with your current Ontario Health Card.


Our Burlington Clinic accepts walk ins Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm


There is no preparation for x-ray examinations.


Please inform the technologist and your physician, if you think there is any chance you may be pregnant prior to the examination*.


*Please note if you are a female between the ages of 10-55 years old, the technologist is required to ask if there is a chance you could be pregnant. This is a safety standard of best practice as laid out by the CAMRT (Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists) which is the regulatory body for Canada to ensure risk of exposure is as low as reasonably achievable.