X-ray is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. X-rays can produce diagnostic images of the human body on film or digitally that allow doctors to view and assess broken bones. X-rays are an important tool in guiding orthopedic surgery and in the treatment of sports-related injuries. X-rays may uncover more advanced forms of cancer in bones, although early screening for cancer findings requires other methods.
There is no special preparation required for most bone x-rays. You may be asked to change into a gown before your examination and remove jewelry, eyeglasses and any metal objects during the exam. Women should always inform the technologist if there is any possibility that they are pregnant.
An x-ray exam usually takes five minutes to half an hour. The technologist positions you on the exam table and positions the detector in the area of the body to be imaged. Cushions may be used to help you hold the proper position. Then the technologist steps behind a radiation barrier and asks you to hold very still, without breathing for a few seconds. The x-ray equipment is activated, sending a beam of x-rays through the body. The technologist then repositions you for another view, and the process is repeated as necessary. When your x-rays are completed you will be asked to wait until the technologist checks the images.
X-ray imaging is painless. Some discomfort may result from lying on the table, a hard surface that may feel cold. Sometimes, to get a clear image of an injury such as a possible fracture, you may be asked to hold an uncomfortable position for a short time. Any movement could blur the image and make it necessary to repeat the procedure. For more information on this topic, please visit www.radiologyinfo.org.
Centrelake Imaging & Oncology uses advanced, all-digital x-ray technology to deliver the highest resolution results. Our systems capture the results on an electronic digital detector, instantly displaying the captured image in our computer systems.
We offer digital X-ray at the following locations: Downey, West Covina, Ontario, Pomona, Upland, Covina, El Monte and Chino.
Walk-ins are accepted at all locations from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. No appointment is required.
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1700 W. West Covina Pkwy.
West Covina, CA 91790
3115 E. Guasti Road.
Ontario, CA 91761
1555 N. Orange Grove Ave.
Pomona, CA 91767
1183 E. Foothill Blvd., Suite 235.
Upland, CA 91786
1433 N. Hollenbeck Ave., Suite 105.
Covina, CA 91722
10226 Lakewood Blvd.
Downey, CA 90241
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