The sacrum lateral view is utilized to demonstrate the most distal region of the spine in a lateral position. This projection is commonly used in conjunction with the AP projection or can be used as a sole projection, depending on department protocols. It helps to visualize pathology of the sacrum and coccyx, and investigates the cause of sacral and coccyx pain in both acute and chronic conditions.
Test information: Fasting NOT needed
Reporting: Within 04 hours*
No preparations are needed.
Please carry your medical documents.
You may be asked to remove some clothing and change it into a gown for the exam. Remove jewellery, metallic objects, or clothing that might interfere with the x-ray images.
You may be asked to empty your bladder before the test.
Women should inform about any chance of pregnancy as generally, an X-ray is not performed on pregnant patients.
Please carry identification proof such as an Aadhar card, pan card etc.
किसी तैयारी की जरूरत नहीं है।
कृपया अपने चिकित्सा दस्तावेज ले जाएं।
परीक्षण के लिए आपको कुछ कपड़े उतारने और गाउन में बदलने के लिए कहा जा सकता है। गहने, धातु की वस्तुओं या कपड़े जो एक्स-रे छवियों में हस्तक्षेप कर सकते हैं, को हटा दें।
परीक्षण से पहले आपको अपना मूत्राशय खाली करने के लिए कहा जा सकता है।
महिलाओं को गर्भावस्था के बारे में सूचित करना चाहिए क्योंकि आमतौर पर गर्भवती रोगियों पर एक्स-रे नहीं किया जाता है।
कृपया आधार कार्ड, पैन कार्ड आदि जैसे पहचान प्रमाण साथ रखें।
X-ray imaging is a simple procedure to perform.
The technologist positions you as per the protocol and carefully aims the x-ray beam at the area of interest.
You are requested to remain still and may need to hold your breath when asked to do so.
When the examination is complete, the technologist may ask you to wait until the images are verified.
The total duration of the imaging procedure may take upto 15 minutes.
* For details, please see service-related policies