![]() ![]() The blood vessels leading to and from the heart also are normal in size, shape, and appearance. The heart looks normal in size and shape, and the heart tissue looks normal. The pleural spaces (the spaces surrounding the lungs) also look normal. No growths or other masses can be seen within the lungs. The lungs look normal in size and shape, and the lung tissue looks normal. If it is not an emergency, results are usually ready in 1 or 2 days. In an emergency, the results of a chest X-ray can be available within a few minutes for review by your doctor. Usually only one picture from the front is taken. If a chest X-ray is done with a portable X-ray machine at your bedside in a hospital, an X-ray technologist and nurse will help you move into the correct position. Most hospitals and some clinics have portable X-ray machines. You may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds while the X-ray picture is taken. You will need to hold very still during the X-ray to prevent blurring of the picture. If you need to sit or lie down, someone will help you get into the correct position. You will probably stand with your front against an X-ray plate for the pictures. In an emergency, only one picture may be taken, usually from the front. But other views may be needed, depending on what your doctor is looking for. ![]() The other view is taken from the side of the body. ![]() Two X-ray views of the chest are usually taken. (You may be allowed to keep on your underwear if it does not get in the way of the test.) You will be given a gown to wear during the test. You may need to take off all or most of your clothes above the waist. You will need to take off jewelry that might be in the way of the X-ray picture. ![]()
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