Advanced Diagnostic Centre Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an NABL- and NABH-approved diagnostic centre that offers X-ray Right SI joint AP/Lateral View examination. Scans of this X-ray are used to assess the right sacroiliac joint, between the sacrum and the pelvis. It provides a view of the area of the joint and neighbouring bones, aiding your health practitioner to recognise areas of pain, inflammation, wounds, and abnormalities within the framework.

About X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Lateral View

X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Lateral View is an imaging test in AP and other views, such as oblique, as advised by the radiologist or doctor. The front view is called the AP (Anteroposterior) view, and the side view of the location of the joint is the lateral view. These photos assist healthcare professionals in viewing the alignment of the joints, joint space, and adjoining bones. This examination can be helpful when looking for changes resulting from arthritis, inflammation, injury, or other causes of changes in the right pelvic part.

What is X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Lateral View?

right SI joint AP/lateral view is an X-ray test that includes images of your right sacroiliac joint. This joint is situated at the base of the spine (sacrum) and the right pelvic bone. X-rays are taken in the views advised by the radiologist, usually AP and oblique. The images will help the radiologist to determine the location of the joints, the shape of bones, and if there is any narrowing of the joint space, etc., that can be seen. The results can contribute to the treating physician's understanding of the potential cause of lower back, pelvic, or right-sided buttock pain.

Common Reasons for X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Lateral View

• Evaluation of persistent right lower back, buttock, or pelvic pain when SI joint disease is suspected.
• Investigating changes in joints which may indicate arthritic conditions such as osteo- and inflammatory arthritis.
• Right SI joint pain: to look for bony injury or abnormality around the right sacroiliac joint.
• Joint Space Changes: Evaluation of the appearance of the joint space for narrowing, irregularity, or other changes in the space.
• Follow-up Evaluation: Any known S.I. joint abnormalities are followed, as recommended by the doctor.

Conditions Evaluated

Sacroiliitis

X-ray can show changes of established sacroiliitis (inflammation of the sacroiliac joint). MRI is often needed to detect early inflammation.

Sacroiliac Joint Arthritis

During the exam, it may be observed that there is narrowing of the joint space, bone changes, and other indicators of any degenerative or inflammatory condition of the joints.

Ankylosing Spondylitis

X-rays could be useful to look for changes in the sacroiliac joints in AS, such as irregularity, sclerosis, or even fusion of the joints at later stages of the condition.

Joint Degeneration

There may be degenerative changes in the right sacroiliac joint demonstrated on the exam, such as alterations in joint space and bone structure around the joint.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy provides diagnostics (radiology, nuclear medicine, and pathology) in one site. Our experts use state-of-the-art imaging equipment, skilled staff, patient positioning, and fully detailed reporting. To achieve reliable diagnosis, maintenance and utilization of quality standards and patient-oriented service, as identified, established and implemented at our workplace.

Book Your X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Lateral View

If directed to get an Xray of your right SI joint (AP/ lateral) for evaluation, please contact Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. Bring your doctor's prescription with you and any previous X-ray films or images, doctor's reports, or medical records. Let the radiology staff know if there is any chance of pregnancy prior to being scanned.