X-ray

What is X-Ray?                    

X-ray (radiography) is the oldest and most frequently used form of imaging to see inside the human body. It uses a focused x-ray beam and a special detector to obtain images of the body. Having an x-ray is safe and non-invasive. X-rays are commonly used to detect bone fractures, pneumonia, evaluate injuries, visualize certain tumors and abnormal masses, and detect foreign objects.  Boone Hospital has an all-digital  x-ray department. Digital technology allows us to provide you with high quality images using the lowest radiation exposure possible. Being all digital also increases efficiency by allowing doctors to retrieve information instantly, which can be extremely beneficial when a life is at stake. Digital images are also easily transferable – meaning they can be sent from one doctor to another when a referral or second opinion is required.