X-rays are the oldest and most often used form of medical imaging. They are simple, fast and easy to be used in emergency diagnosis and treatment. The indications for X-ray abdomen are kidney & urinary bladder stones, gallstones, intestinal blockages, perforation of the stomach or intestine, and ingestion of foreign objects among others. The standing position allows the doctor to see if there are any blockages or perforations in the digestive tract.