Description
Test Preparation
Generally, no special preparation is required. Follow these basic instructions:
• Clothing: You may be asked to wear a hospital gown.
• Metal objects: Remove all jewelry, eyeglasses, hearing aids, or metal objects near the head and neck.
• Pregnancy: Inform the radiographer if you are or might be pregnant.
• Medical conditions: Let the technician know if you have difficulty moving your neck or any previous neck surgeries.
During the Test
• You’ll be asked to stand or sit upright.
• The technician will take:
• One X-ray from the front (AP view)
• One X-ray from the side (lateral view)
• You must stay very still during image capture to avoid blurry results.
• The entire process takes around 10–15 minutes and is painless.
After the Test
• You can resume normal activities immediately.
• A radiologist will review your X-rays and send the report to your doctor for further evaluation.
