Fast, Accurate Digital X-Rays with Expert Care
University Diagnostic Institute – Precision Imaging with a Personal TouchX-Ray Services Available in Winter Park, Orlando & Lake Mary, FL
- Expert Radiologists – Our board-certified radiologist, Dr. George Stanley, ensures precise interpretations for accurate diagnoses
- Comfortable, Stress-Free Environment – A calming office setting designed for your ease
- Comprehensive Diagnostics – From bone injuries to lung conditions, we capture the details your doctor needs
How do X-rays produce images?
X-rays use a minimal amount of radiation to capture detailed images of the tissues inside your body. At University Diagnostic Institute, your provider positions a digital X-ray detector on one side of your body while directing a quick, controlled X-ray beam from the opposite side.
As the beam passes through, different tissues absorb varying amounts of radiation, creating a detailed image on the detector. Bones, which absorb more radiation, appear white, while soft tissues appear in shades of gray. These variations provide the clarity needed to accurately diagnose a range of conditions.
When would I need an X-ray?
X-rays are usually the preferred imaging for bones, especially in an emergency, because they’re the fastest way to get an accurate image and diagnose the fracture.
However, your physician may order an X-ray to detect many problems beyond fractures, especially in your chest and abdomen.
X-rays can detect health conditions such as:
- Bone spurs
- Bone infections
- Bone cancer
- Arthritis
- Slipped vertebrae
- Foreign objects
- Lung cancer
- Pneumonia
- Enlarged heart
- Blocked blood vessels
- Kidney and bladder stones
- Lung infections like pneumonia, tuberculosis, and emphysema
What happens during an X-ray?
The X-ray technician positions you to capture the clearest image of the targeted area, leaving it uncovered while shielding the rest of your body with a lead apron for protection.
Once the detector is in place and the X-ray machine is positioned, the technician steps behind a protective wall to take the image.
X-rays are painless, but if holding still is uncomfortable due to pain, sedation options are available to help you or your teen remain at ease during the procedure.
