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General X-Ray

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What are X-rays?

X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation that can be used to create images of the human body. Our radiographers perform X-ray studies using specialised machines and computers to provide imaging for a wide variety of conditions.
 
X-rays are useful for screening of medical conditions as well as diagnosing emergent and chronic diseases. X-ray studies are interpreted by radiologists who will document their findings and diagnosis in a report for referring doctors and patients.
 
CGH provides X-ray reporting services during office hours for general practice doctors and specialist outpatient clinics. For emergency and inpatient cases, the X-ray service is available 24/7.

 

Are X-rays safe?

When doing an X-ray, there will be a low dose of radiation, equivalent to that of a few days of radiation exposure from naturally occurring sources such as the sun.

 

Examples of X-rays studies:

  • Chest X-rays are useful to diagnose lung infections
  • Limb X-rays can be used to diagnose fractures
  • Spine X-rays are useful for checking for spinal alignment and fractures
  • Abdominal X-rays can be used to diagnose kidney stones

 

Outpatient general X-ray services are provided at our main department (Level B1) and various specialist outpatient clinics below:

  • Changi Care Clinic
  • Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic
  • Clinical Measurement Unit (CMU) Clinic

Contact Information

Changi General Hospital, Main Building, Level B1, Radiology Department

For new appointments: (65) 6850 4843

To reschedule appointments: (65) 6789 8883