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X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View, in Mumbai

Get X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View done in Worli, Mumbai with GetVisit. An X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View creates X-ray images of the lower back from two directions. Verified radiologist, home collection, and same-day digital reports across Vikhroli and the city.

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What is a X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View Test in Mumbai ?

What is X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View?

An X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View creates X-ray images of the lower back from two directions. It shows the bones of the lumbar spine, their alignment, and the spaces between vertebrae. It is non-invasive and shows internal structures directly, providing information that blood and urine tests cannot.

What does X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View show?

It can suggest disc narrowing and bony changes. The test is important for finding fractures, arthritis, degenerative disc disease, scoliosis, infections, and tumors. Doctors use it to evaluate new or chronic back pain, follow healing after injury, and guide further testing or treatment decisions.

What symptoms suggest X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View may be needed?

A doctor may recommend X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View when a patient reports localised pain, swelling, or injury, a lump or restricted movement, or an abnormal finding on an earlier test that needs to be examined directly. GetVisit makes testing convenient in Mumbai, with lab slots and home collection in Kandivali, Ghatkopar, and nearby areas.

How is X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View done?

This is an imaging scan, not a blood or fluid test, so no sample is collected. A qualified radiographer positions you at an accredited GetVisit-partnered imaging centre in Kandivali or Ghatkopar, Mumbai and captures the images in a few minutes. A radiologist reviews them and your report is made available through GetVisit.

How accurate is X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View?

Image quality and interpretation are the two pillars of accuracy. GetVisit's accredited centres serving Kandivali and Ghatkopar, Mumbai maintain modern equipment, and a qualified radiologist reviews each study before the report is issued.

Are there any risks to X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View?

Imaging is safe and non-invasive. Ultrasound and MRI use no ionising radiation; X-ray and CT use carefully controlled low doses justified by the diagnostic benefit. Inform staff at the Kandivali or Ghatkopar, Mumbai centre if you are pregnant or have implants or metal devices, so precautions can be taken.

Did you know?

Lumbar spine AP and lateral are standard X‑ray projections of the lower back.

X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View Test Preparation in Mumbai

Fasting and dietary instructions:

Most imaging scans need no fasting. Some abdominal ultrasounds require a few hours of fasting or a full bladder, so follow the specific instruction shown when you book, or ask the centre.

Medication guidance:

Continue your regular medication unless told otherwise. Tell the centre if you have diabetes, kidney problems, or allergies, especially if a contrast study is planned.

What to bring:

Bring your doctor's referral, a valid photo ID, your insurance card if using cashless OPD, and any previous scans or reports so the radiologist can compare.

Timing:

Book a slot that suits you at an accredited GetVisit centre in Thane or Bandra, Mumbai. Wear loose clothing without metal fasteners, and remove jewellery before the scan.

X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View Test Parameters in Mumbai

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X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

Why Take a X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View Test in Mumbai ?

When does a doctor order X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View?

X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View is commonly ordered as part of a spine or musculoskeletal imaging evaluation. Doctors request it for lower back pain, recent trauma, numbness, or visible deformity.

Who should get X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View done in Mumbai?

Mumbai's 21 million metropolitan population, annual monsoon flooding creating severe leptospirosis and dengue risk in Kurla, Andheri, and Ghatkopar, high corporate stress and commute burden, significant diabetes and cardiovascular disease prevalence, and a massive working population with irregular meal and sleep patterns make regular preventive diagnostic testing an essential health investment for all residents. Imaging benefits patients with pain, swelling, a palpable lump, injury, or an abnormal earlier finding, as well as those monitoring a known condition. GetVisit helps residents of Vashi, Bandra, and across Mumbai book accredited imaging with clear pricing.

What can X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View help detect?

It helps diagnose fractures, arthritis, disc degeneration, scoliosis, infections, and tumors. Abnormal findings often result from injury, wear-and-tear, osteoporosis, infection, or tumors. A family history of spinal problems or early osteoporosis may prompt testing.

What do X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View results mean?

Findings are graded from normal to significant, and comparison with any previous scan shows whether a known finding is stable, improving, or progressing. Your doctor explains the report in the context of your symptoms. See the FAQs below for more detail on this scan.

How often should X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View be repeated?

For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.

What happens after X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View results are ready?

Reports arrive digitally and remain in your GetVisit history, so repeat tests can be tracked over months and years. Review anything unexpected with your doctor before changing medication or lifestyle, and use the app to book a follow-up if needed.

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What is lumbar spine AP and lat?plus

Lumbar spine AP and lateral are standard X‑ray projections of the lower back. AP (anteroposterior) is taken front‑to‑back to show vertebral bodies, pedicles and overall alignment. Lateral is a side view that demonstrates vertebral height, intervertebral disc spaces, facet joints and spondylolisthesis. Together they assess fractures, degeneration, alignment and other gross spinal pathology.

What is AP and lateral view on X-ray?plus

AP (anteroposterior) view means the X‑ray beam passes from the front of the body to the back; it’s often used for bedside or supine exams and can magnify mediastinal structures. Lateral view is a side‑to‑side projection taken at roughly 90° to AP, providing depth information and showing overlaps AP alone can miss, useful for fractures, lung fields, spine alignment, and chest pathology.

What is the position for AP lumbar spine X-ray?plus

Patient supine or upright with hips centered and shoulders/pelvis aligned; legs extended (or slight knee flexion to reduce lumbar lordosis). Align the midsagittal plane with the image receptor. Direct the central ray perpendicular to the IR at the level of L3 (about 1.5–2 inches/4–5 cm above the iliac crest), collimate to include T12 to the sacrum. Suspend respiration for the exposure.

What does a lateral lumbar X-ray show?plus

A lateral lumbar X‑ray provides a side view of the lower spine, showing vertebral bodies, intervertebral disc spaces, spinal alignment and curvature (lordosis). It detects fractures, vertebral collapse, spondylolisthesis, degenerative changes (osteophytes, disc-space narrowing), facet-joint changes, calcifications and major bone lesions. It has limited soft-tissue and nerve-root detail and cannot reliably show herniated discs or subtle canal pathology.

Is X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View safe if I am pregnant?plus

Tell the centre before X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View if you are or might be pregnant. Ultrasound and MRI use no ionising radiation; for X-ray or CT the team will decide the safest approach or suggest an alternative.

Can X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View be combined with a health package?plus

Yes. X Ray Lumbar Spine AP & Lateral View can be booked on its own or alongside related tests and packages on GetVisit. You can compare options and pricing before you confirm.

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Aparna Kadam

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Wasim Khan

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Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick in Malad West. Early detection was possible only because I got this done on time. Excellent service , especially helpful given how busy life gets in Mumbai.

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Milind Joshi

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This test had been on my list and I finally got around to it. With Mumbai traffic, finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Goregaon. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Sunita Jadhav

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The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Sion. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Already told my family to book through GetVisit for their next tests.

Manasi Waghmare

Mumbai

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Part of my annual preventive health check. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me near Hiranandani in Powai. The team followed proper protocols throughout. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly beforehand. Glad I did this , the result changed my doctor's approach to my treatment. Much better than queuing at a hospital lab.

Dattatray Rane

Mumbai

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GetVisit showed prices upfront so I knew exactly what I was paying in Ghatkopar. My office health camp flagged this and my doctor confirmed I should do it. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly beforehand. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Roxanne Mistry

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The team followed proper protocols throughout. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes near Borivali station. Got the digital report faster than expected , well before the stated deadline. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Pradeep Shetty

Mumbai

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My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. GetVisit had same-day slots available which was really helpful in Powai. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Smita Gaikwad

Mumbai

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The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick near Colaba. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. The result was reassuring and we could move forward with the treatment plan. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Aparna Kadam

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in the Worli Sea Face area. Part of my annual preventive health check. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. Based on this result, my treatment plan was updated. Highly recommend for anyone in Mumbai looking for reliable diagnostics.

Wasim Khan

Mumbai

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Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick in Malad West. Early detection was possible only because I got this done on time. Excellent service , especially helpful given how busy life gets in Mumbai.

Riyaz Qazi

Mumbai

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Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability near Thane station. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly beforehand. The results were accurate and my doctor could take action immediately. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Milind Joshi

Mumbai

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This test had been on my list and I finally got around to it. With Mumbai traffic, finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Goregaon. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Sunita Jadhav

Mumbai

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The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Sion. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Already told my family to book through GetVisit for their next tests.

Manasi Waghmare

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Part of my annual preventive health check. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me near Hiranandani in Powai. The team followed proper protocols throughout. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly beforehand. Glad I did this , the result changed my doctor's approach to my treatment. Much better than queuing at a hospital lab.

Dattatray Rane

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit showed prices upfront so I knew exactly what I was paying in Ghatkopar. My office health camp flagged this and my doctor confirmed I should do it. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly beforehand. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Roxanne Mistry

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The team followed proper protocols throughout. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes near Borivali station. Got the digital report faster than expected , well before the stated deadline. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Pradeep Shetty

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. GetVisit had same-day slots available which was really helpful in Powai. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Smita Gaikwad

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick near Colaba. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. The result was reassuring and we could move forward with the treatment plan. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Aparna Kadam

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in the Worli Sea Face area. Part of my annual preventive health check. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. Based on this result, my treatment plan was updated. Highly recommend for anyone in Mumbai looking for reliable diagnostics.

Wasim Khan

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick in Malad West. Early detection was possible only because I got this done on time. Excellent service , especially helpful given how busy life gets in Mumbai.

Riyaz Qazi

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability near Thane station. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly beforehand. The results were accurate and my doctor could take action immediately. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Milind Joshi

Mumbai