chest X-ray
[tʃɛst ˈɛks reɪ]
nounpl: chest X-rays
radiografia de tórax
1. a radiographic image of the chest cavity used to diagnose diseases and conditions of the heart, lungs, and other thoracic organs
The doctor ordered a chest X-ray to check for pneumonia.
O médico pediu uma radiografia de tórax para verificar se havia pneumonia.
2. the medical procedure of taking a radiographic image of the chest using X-ray radiation
The patient had to hold their breath during the chest X-ray.
O paciente teve que prender a respiração durante a radiografia de tórax.
Chest X-rays are one of the most common diagnostic imaging procedures in both Brazilian and American healthcare systems. In Brazil, patients often refer to it colloquially as 'raio-X do tórax' in casual conversation, though medical professionals use 'radiografia de tórax.' This procedure is frequently requested during routine check-ups, respiratory infections, or when evaluating chest pain. In Portuguese-speaking countries, the procedure has similar clinical importance as in English-speaking countries and is typically covered by national health systems.
Related Idioms & Phrases
get a chest X-ray (realizar uma radiografia de tórax)
chest X-ray shows (a radiografia de tórax mostra)
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