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Abdomen X-Ray

Your doctor has requested an x-ray of your abdomen. The role of this procedure is to evaluate the kidneys, bladder, gas pattern in the intestines (bowels) and the lower outline of the liver. These X-rays can help to find problems, including injuries that may be causing pain. Our team of expert physicians, nurses and technologists is led by Richard Sukov, MD, Chief, Gastrointestinal Radiology.

Before Arriving for Your Procedure

Please leave your jewelry and valuables at home and wear comfortable clothing.

Although we do not anticipate any delay in your scheduled appointment, we recommend that you bring a book, a magazine or a music player to help pass the time while you are waiting.

During Your Procedure

The procedure is performed with you lying on the exam table and also standing with arms at your sides.

The technologist will position you correctly, locating the pelvic bones by touching the your sides at the waist.

The procedure takes 15 to 30 minutes.

After Your Procedure

Your study will be read by an imaging physician who specializes in the interpretation of CT scans. The results will be sent to your physician, usually within 48 hours.

Your physician will discuss these results with you and explain what they mean in relation to your health.

To request copies of your pictures on a PC-compatible CD, call (310) 423-8000. To request a copy of your report, call (310) 423-8000.

Parking Information

Valet parking is available in front of the Imaging center from 7:30am-5:00pm.

For self parking, please enter parking lot P4, located at the corner of San Vicente Blvd. and 3rd Street. The entrance is on San Vicente Blvd.

If you are arriving after 5:00pm, please park in parking lot P1, located off of George Burns Rd. between Beverly Blvd. and Alden Dr. The entrance is off of George Burns Rd.

Partially validated parking at a cost of $4.00 is provided to our imaging patients for valet and self parking in the lots mentioned above.

Please Note: We do not validate for parking lots in the Medical Office Towers located at 8631 and 8635 W. 3rd St.