
Radiology – x-ray

An x-ray
Sometimes if you have hurt yourself or you are poorly you may need to have an x-ray. The x-ray takes pictures of different parts of your body.

Bringing someone
You may have someone with you.

When you arrive
When you arrive a receptionist or other staff member might check
- your name
- your address
- your date of birth

Waiting area
You may be asked to sit in a waiting area. The staff will call your name when they are ready for you to have you x-ray.

Changing clothes
For some x-rays you may be asked to change into hospital clothes or remove any jewellery including watches.

Radiographer
The staff that will take the x-ray are called Radiographers. Once you are in the correct position for your x-ray they will then shine a light on your body.

Press a button
The radiographer will ask you to keep very still and go behind a screen to press a button. This will beep while the x-ray is being taken. The x-ray will take a few seconds and will not hurt.

Teeth x-ray
If you need an x-ray on your teeth the x-ray machine may move around your head. There will be a long beeping noise while the machine is moving around you head taking the picture.

X-ray apron
If there is someone with you while you have your x-ray they may need to wear a special x-ray apron.

Getting dressed
When the x-ray is finished you may be able to get changed into your own clothes and put your jewellery back on.

Your doctor
The results of your scan will be looked at by your doctor.

Here to help
Tell us if you are worried or have any questions. We are here to help you.
Contact us
- James Cook University Hospital, Telephone: 01642 835658
- The Friarage and Friary Hospital, Telephone: 01609 763060
- One Life Centre, Telephone: 01642 944663
- East Cleveland Hospital, Telephone: 01642 944296
- Guisborough Primary Care Hospital, Telephone: 01642 944286
- Redcar Primary Care Hospital, Telephone: 01642 944550
Email: [email protected]
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