| The backbone of the radiology department at Lexington
Medical Center is the general radiologic or x-ray department. General
radiography is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical
imaging and it includes chest, spinal, and extremity x-rays. X-ray
images are formed when radiation is sent through the body tissue.
Since different types of tissues (bone, organs, etc.) absorb varying
amounts of radiation the images become different shades of gray and
white. These images are then stored on a film cassette or on the
Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS). Our general
radiographic service is augmented by conventional fluoroscopic
procedures including barium enema (lower GI), upper GI series, barium
swallows, and others.
How should I prepare?
For a general x-ray there are no preparations necessary.
Fluoroscopy preps are based on the type of test you are having. Please
check with your physician’s office or call the radiology department at
791-2460 if you have questions regarding your test.
How will my physician get the results?
After your x-ray a Radiologist will study the exam by looking at
the pictures on a computer using PACS. The Radiologist will issue a
report and a copy of that report will be sent to your physician. Your
physician will then call you with the results. Films of the exam can
also be produced. To request films call the radiology department at
791-2460.
Questions? Contact us at
Radiology@lexhealth.org
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