Prim. Dr Biserka Stanojević
specialist in radiology
Book an appointment with Prim. Dr Biserka StanojevićX-ray and bone densitometry (DEXA) in Niš
A quick image of bones, lungs and the abdomen, with a low dose of radiation. The image is read by a radiologist, who writes the report.
At a glance
- Images
- Chest, spine, joints, bones
- Radiation
- Low dosealways report pregnancy
- Densitometry
- Bone density (DEXA)
- Report by
- Radiologist
Facts and description
An X-ray is a quick image, most often of bones, lungs and the abdomen, with a low dose of X-ray radiation. At Maja Radiology, in the Maja Hospital building at Vizantijski bulevar 39 in Niš, X-rays of the chest and heart, skull, sinuses, spine, joints, bones, abdomen and urinary tract are taken, as well as bone age assessment in children and bone densitometry (DEXA).
All facts
- Method
- Imaging with X-rays; the dose of an ordinary X-ray is low
- Images
- Chest and heart, skull, nasal bones, sinuses, spine (one segment), shoulder, hip, knee, hand, wrist and ankle, foot, individual bones, abdomen, urinary tract
- In children
- Bone age assessment, usually with an X-ray of the left hand and wrist
- Densitometry (DEXA)
- Measuring bone density, usually of the hip and spine, with a very low dose of radiation
- Referral
- Bring a referral or a doctor's recommendation with the area and reason
- Price
- Depends on the area. The items are in the price table on this page.
When a doctor usually suggests this examination
- Chest and heart X-ray on a doctor's recommendation
- X-ray of the spine, joints or bones after an injury or because of pain
- X-ray of the sinuses or nasal bones
- Bone age assessment in children and bone density measurement
Good to know
- X-rays use radiation, so they are done when a doctor judges them justified
- Always report pregnancy or possible pregnancy before the X-ray
- In children a method without radiation is chosen when possible
What the examination looks like
Step 1: Doctor's recommendation
Bring a referral or a doctor's recommendation with the area and reason for the X-ray.
Step 2: Booking
Appointments are booked by phone.
Step 3: X-ray
It takes a short time; it is important to stay still in the position explained to you.
Step 4: Report
The radiologist reviews the image and writes the report, which you take to your treating doctor.
X-ray and bone densitometry: prices
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X-ray by body area
| Body area | X-ray |
|---|---|
| Chest and heart | Chest X-ray |
| Spine | X-ray of one spine segment |
| Shoulder | Shoulder X-ray |
| Hip | Hip X-ray |
| Knee | Knee X-ray |
| Hand | Hand X-ray |
| Wrist | Wrist X-ray |
| Ankle | Ankle X-ray |
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| Body area | X-ray |
|---|---|
| Foot | Foot X-ray |
| Bones | X-ray of individual bones |
| Skull | Skull X-ray |
| Nose | Nasal bone X-ray |
| Sinuses | Sinus X-ray |
| Abdomen | Plain abdominal X-ray |
| Urinary tract | Plain urinary tract X-ray |
| Children | Bone age assessment |
| Bone density | Densitometry (DEXA) |
Prices are in the price table below.
Recovery
- There is no special recovery after an X-ray.
- Take the report to the doctor who is treating you or who referred you.
How to prepare
- Bring a referral or a doctor's recommendation with the area and reason for the X-ray.
- Always report pregnancy or possible pregnancy before the X-ray.
- Bring previous images of the same area for comparison.
- Metal objects and jewellery are removed from the area before the X-ray.
When not to wait for a booked appointment
Do not wait for a booked appointment, call the emergency service (194) if:
- Sudden, severe symptoms or a serious injury
- Sudden swelling and pain in one leg with shortness of breath
- Severe abdominal or chest pain
In detail
What is an X-ray?
An X-ray is a quick image, most often of bones, lungs and the abdomen. It uses X-rays, and the dose of an ordinary X-ray is low. Under radiation protection rules a doctor judges whether the X-ray is justified, so bring a referral or a doctor's recommendation with the area and reason. Always report pregnancy or possible pregnancy before the X-ray. In the price list X-rays are marked RDG.
Chest, spine and joint X-rays
The most common are chest and heart X-rays, X-rays of the spine and joints (shoulder, hip, knee, hand, wrist, ankle, foot) and X-rays of individual bones, for example after an injury. Skull, nasal bone and sinus X-rays and plain X-rays of the abdomen and urinary tract are also taken.
Bone age in children and bone densitometry
A bone age X-ray is usually of the left hand and wrist and helps the doctor assess a child's bone age while monitoring growth. Bone densitometry (DEXA) measures bone density, usually of the hip and spine, with a very low dose of radiation, on a doctor's recommendation.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an X-ray cost in Niš?
The price depends on the area. All X-ray items from the Maja Radiology price list, from chest X-rays to spine, joint and bone X-rays and densitometry, are in the price table on this page.
Do I need a referral for an X-ray?
X-rays use radiation, so under radiation protection rules a doctor judges whether the X-ray is justified. Please bring a referral or a doctor's recommendation. Check when booking whether you can come without one.
What is bone densitometry?
Bone densitometry (DEXA) measures bone density, usually of the hip and spine, with a very low dose of radiation. It is done on a doctor's recommendation.
Can an X-ray be done during pregnancy?
Always report pregnancy or possible pregnancy before the X-ray. The doctor judges whether the X-ray is justified and whether there is a method without radiation.
The information in this text is general in nature and does not replace an examination by a doctor.
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Information on this website does not replace a medical examination. Treatment is decided by a doctor after the examination.