An examination that serves no medical purpose is inappropriate, no matter how small the dose. » How do I know if the X ray facility is safe to perform the procedure? X ray equipment should be ...

Doctors do not use chest X-rays to diagnose asthma. However, you may require a chest X-ray if you’re in the hospital or emergency department because of a severe asthma attack. It can help ...

If a dental X-ray procedure has been performed on a pregnant woman, what is the risk to the foetus and what advice may be provided? The foetal dose from a dental X ray exam, including CBCT, has been ...