National Heart, Lung & Blood Institute
This website hosts information on what to expect before, during and after your chest X-ray.
Abnormal Chest X-ray
We will help you get the accurate diagnosis you need
If you have an abnormal chest X-ray, it may indicate a variety of conditions including infection, pneumonia, congestive heart failure or different cancers. IU Health physicians use X-rays to diagnose these conditions and develop a personalized treatment plan to fit your specific needs.
X-rays are non-invasive procedures that use a low dose of radiation to take images of the inside of your body. They do not require any special preparation and take only a few minutes to complete. Your physician will examine the images to check for abnormalities. Following an abnormal chest X-ray, you may have more testing so your physician can give you the most accurate diagnosis possible.
How We Can Help
Our IU Health Pulmonology & Respiratory Care physicians understand the worry an abnormal test can cause. Our experts in lung health lead the way to better treatments through research and clinical trials. You will receive high quality, comprehensive care from your first chest X-ray to the treatments that improve your quality of life.
Overview
X-rays are non-invasive procedures that use a low dose of radiation to take images of the inside of your body. They do not require any special preparation and take only a few minutes to complete. Your physician will examine the images to check for abnormalities. Following an abnormal chest X-ray, you may have more testing so your physician can give you the most accurate diagnosis possible.
How We Can Help
Our IU Health Pulmonology & Respiratory Care physicians understand the worry an abnormal test can cause. Our experts in lung health lead the way to better treatments through research and clinical trials. You will receive high quality, comprehensive care from your first chest X-ray to the treatments that improve your quality of life.
If your chest X-ray is abnormal, you may receive any of the following tests or treatments:
- Computed tomography (CT) scans
- Bronchoscopies
- Chronic condition management
- Referral to specialists
Treatment
If your chest X-ray is abnormal, you may receive any of the following tests or treatments:
- Computed tomography (CT) scans
- Bronchoscopies
- Chronic condition management
- Referral to specialists
Resources
National Heart, Lung & Blood Institute
This website hosts information on what to expect before, during and after your chest X-ray.