X Ray Both Leg AP & Lateral view.

AP (anteroposterior) and lateral are standard X‑ray projections. AP means the X‑ray beam passes from the front to the back of the patient (common for portable or supine films), while lateral is taken from the side, showing depth and anterior–posterior relationships. Together they give complementary views to localize abnormalities, assess alignment and size, and reduce overlap of structures.

The lateral leg X‑ray places the affected limb sideways against the image receptor so the beam passes from one side to the other. The patient lies on the table (or stands) with the affected leg closest to the detector and the knee slightly flexed; the X‑ray beam is perpendicular. This profile view separates tibia and fibula, shows joint alignment, and helps detect fractures or displacement.

Prices vary by country and provider. In India an AP and lateral knee X‑ray typically costs about ₹200–₹800. In the UK it's free on the NHS; private clinics charge roughly £40–£150. In the US typical out‑of‑pocket prices range from about $50–$300 depending on hospital, imaging center, or urgent‑care facility. Insurance may lower patient cost.

AP stands for Anteroposterior, meaning the X‑ray beam travels from the front (anterior) to the back (posterior) of the body. LAT stands for Lateral, a side view where the beam passes from one side to the other. These complementary radiographic projections provide frontal and side perspectives to assess bone alignment, chest pathology, or other structural abnormalities.

AP and lateral are two radiographic views used together. AP (anteroposterior) is obtained with the X‑ray beam passing front-to-back; lateral is taken from the side. Having both provides orthogonal perspectives that improve visualization and localization of the heart, lungs, bones, and other thoracic structures compared with a single view.

Lateral in X-ray refers to a side-to-side projection where the X-ray beam passes from one side of the body to the other, producing a profile view. It displays structures in depth and separates overlapping anatomy seen on frontal (AP/PA) views, helping localize lesions, fractures, or fluid. Common lateral exams include chest, skull, and cervical spine to assess alignment and pathology.