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Because the heart is a dense structure compared to lungs, which are air filled, so it attenuates the radiation.
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What is Shadow over heart in xray?
had a chest xray, there was a shadow over my heart what is it
What would cause a dark spot next to the heart on an Xray?
This is the visible portion of the heart in an xray. From this an MD can tell if the heart is too big, and if there are any structural problems within the chest cavity.
When was cardiomyopathy discovered?
after chest xray
What is clouding on a chest xray?
U have cancer
Are there any contraindications for a chest xray?
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Chest pain to right side shortness of breath cant take full breath without pain sore right arm?
Could be a heart attack, esp if you have situs inversus (heart and great vessels on the right side of the chest instead of left--RARE). If you have ever had a chest Xray, they should have told you if your heart's on the right.
Is there's some place in Orlando to get a low cost chest xray?
Is there's some place in Orlando to get a low cost chest xray?Read more: Is_there's_some_place_in_Orlando_to_get_a_low_cost_chest_xray
How much does it cost to get a chest xray?
A chest x-ray's cost varies. The price depends on where they are done at, how many are taken, and what if any amount insurance the person has will cover.
CAn an Xray reveal previous TB history?
An X-ray can show signs of previous tuberculosis (TB) such as scarring or calcifications in the lungs. However, a chest X-ray alone cannot confirm a previous TB infection. Additional tests, like a TB skin test or blood test, may be needed to confirm previous TB exposure or infection.
How do you know if you bruised or fractured a chest cavity?
To be sure, you will have to have an xray.
How do you make a dental xray more darker?
when taking a dental xray how do u make it appear on the xray more darker in color?
In a chest xray- nodular opacity superimposed over the right para vertebral region and heart shadow?
Did you take everything out of your pockets before you had the x-ray done?
