X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view, in Gurugram

Fasting and dietary instructions:

Most imaging scans need no fasting. Some abdominal ultrasounds require a few hours of fasting or a full bladder, so follow the specific instruction shown when you book, or ask the centre.

Medication guidance:

Continue your regular medication unless told otherwise. Tell the centre if you have diabetes, kidney problems, or allergies, especially if a contrast study is planned.

What to bring:

Bring your doctor's referral, a valid photo ID, your insurance card if using cashless OPD, and any previous scans or reports so the radiologist can compare.

Timing:

Book a slot that suits you at an accredited GetVisit centre in Golf Course Road or DLF Phase 2, Gurugram. Wear loose clothing without metal fasteners, and remove jewellery before the scan.

Single standalone test:

X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

When does a doctor order X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view?

X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view is ordered for suspected wrist injuries and usually as part of acute wrist imaging. Your doctor may request it when you have wrist pain after a fall, tenderness in the anatomic snuffbox, swelling, or reduced wrist motion.

Who should get X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view done in Gurugram?

Gurugram's dense corporate population, severe NCR air pollution, high diabetes and cardiovascular burden, extreme seasonal temperatures, and monsoon infection risk make regular preventive diagnostic testing an essential health investment for residents across the city. Those who benefit most from X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view include patients needing structural assessment that bloodwork cannot provide, and anyone under surveillance for a previously detected abnormality in Gurugram.

What can X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view help detect?

It helps diagnose scaphoid fractures, bone displacement, nonunion, and early arthritis, and it can monitor healing after treatment. Most abnormal findings come from trauma, repeated stress, poor bone health, or delayed care, and a family history of bone disease may raise concern.

What do X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view results mean?

An imaging report describes what the scan shows and whether it is normal or reveals a specific finding. A qualified radiologist interprets the images, and your doctor explains what any finding means for you and whether a further test or treatment is needed. The FAQs below cover what this scan can and cannot show.

How often should X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view be repeated?

For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.

What happens after X Ray Both Scaphoid AP & Lateral view results are ready?

Reports arrive digitally and remain in your GetVisit history, so repeat tests can be tracked over months and years. Review anything unexpected with your doctor before changing medication or lifestyle, and use the app to book a follow-up if needed.