X-rays are used to diagnose a wide range of illnesses and injuries, including broken bones, cancer, blocked arteries, and other abnormalities. Safe, low doses of X-rays pass through the body and produce a black and white image on a computer screen. Hudson Valley Radiology Associates is pleased to offer digital X-rays, which are the latest method of taking X-rays using digital images rather than using films.

• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment and bring your referral. If you need to reschedule or cancel, please call 24 hours in advance.

• X-rays require no special preparation.

• Please let us know if you may be pregnant

Upon arrival

• A technologist will take you to the exam room, ask you some medical questions, and explain what you can expect during your test.

• Depending on what part of your body is being examined, you may need to remove some of your clothing and put on a gown.

• You will need to remove any metal (including necklaces and body piercings) or plastic from the part of your body being examined.

During your X-ray

• The technologist will position you sitting, standing, or lying on the exam table and the X-ray will be conducted.

• If you are having a fluoroscopic exam, you will receive special instructions about preparing for the exam and receiving contrast material before your exam.

After your X-ray

• You can leave immediately after your X-ray.

• If you had a fluoroscopic exam, drink plenty of fluids, especially water, for the next 24 hours to help flush the contrast material from your body.

• The radiologist will review your X-rays and send the results to your physician. Urgent findings will be called or faxed in to your physician.