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How Many Separate Views Are Typically Taken In A Lumbar
Question: How many separate views are typically taken in a lumbar spine series x ray exam? Also , in a unilateral hip exam , how many pictures are generally taken of the hip being examined?
Brief Answer:
Around 3 to 4 each
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your attached query in detail.
There will be atleast 3 to 4 standard X ray views for the lumbar spine and hip joint, based on the nature of suspected disease appropriate view is chosen.
Post your further questions if any.
Thank you
Around 3 to 4 each
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your attached query in detail.
There will be atleast 3 to 4 standard X ray views for the lumbar spine and hip joint, based on the nature of suspected disease appropriate view is chosen.
Post your further questions if any.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Brief Answer:
4 each
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I meant separately only Sir.
It's 3 to 4 views for each.
Thank you
4 each
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I meant separately only Sir.
It's 3 to 4 views for each.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
I meant separately, how many for the lumbar spine by itself and how many for the unilateral hip by itself ? If both exams are separate
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