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X Ray Sella, in Delhi

X Ray Sella in Vasant Kunj, Delhi: An X Ray Sella is an X-ray focused on the sella turcica, the small bony cavity that holds the pituitary gland. Book with GetVisit for NABL-accredited results, same-day slots, home collection and cashless OPD.

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What is a X Ray Sella Test in Delhi ?

What is X Ray Sella?

An X Ray Sella is an X-ray focused on the sella turcica, the small bony cavity that holds the pituitary gland. It shows the size, shape, and bone borders of that area. It is non-invasive and shows internal structures directly, providing information that blood and urine tests cannot.

What does X Ray Sella show?

The pituitary gland controls many important hormones in the body. Changes in the sella can signal pituitary tumours, cysts, empty sella syndrome, or bone problems. Doctors use this image to investigate headaches, vision changes, hormonal imbalances, or after head injury. It is a simple, quick test.

What symptoms suggest X Ray Sella may be needed?

A doctor may recommend X Ray Sella 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 Delhi, with lab slots and home collection in Lajpat Nagar, Rajouri Garden, and nearby areas.

How is X Ray Sella done?

No needle or sample is involved. At an accredited imaging centre serving Lajpat Nagar and Rajouri Garden, Delhi, a radiographer performs the scan, which is painless and usually completed within 10 to 15 minutes. A qualified radiologist interprets the images and issues a report you can access on GetVisit. (Home collection does not apply to imaging.)

How accurate is X Ray Sella?

GetVisit partners only with accredited imaging centres in and around Lajpat Nagar, Rajouri Garden, and Delhi that use maintained, calibrated equipment and qualified radiographers. Every scan is interpreted by a qualified radiologist, and reports are accepted by hospital networks, specialists, and insurers across India.

Are there any risks to X Ray Sella?

A standard X-ray uses a very low dose of radiation considered safe for diagnostic use; ultrasound uses sound waves and involves no radiation at all. If you are or might be pregnant, tell the centre in Lajpat Nagar or Rajouri Garden, Delhi beforehand so the safest approach can be chosen. There is no needle and no recovery time.

Did you know?

The normal sella (sella turcica) in adults is small: anteroposterior length commonly about 5–16 mm, depth (vertical) about 4–12 mm, and transverse width roughly 10–13 mm.

X Ray Sella Test Preparation in Delhi

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 Janakpuri or Saket, Delhi. Wear loose clothing without metal fasteners, and remove jewellery before the scan.

X Ray Sella Test Parameters in Delhi

Single standalone test:

X Ray Sella. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

Why Take a X Ray Sella Test in Delhi ?

When does a doctor order X Ray Sella?

X Ray Sella is often ordered as part of pituitary or skull imaging when a doctor suspects pituitary disease. Symptoms that prompt it include persistent headaches, changes in vision, or signs of hormone imbalance.

Who should get X Ray Sella done in Delhi?

Delhi's 30+ million population, India's most severe urban air pollution, one of the country's highest combined diabetes and cardiovascular disease burdens, extreme seasonal temperature range (from 3°C in January to 48°C in May), and monsoon infection risk across Dwarka, Rohini, Shahdara, and Uttam Nagar make regular preventive diagnostic testing an essential part of health management for all city 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 Pitampura, Lajpat Nagar, and across Delhi book accredited imaging with clear pricing.

What can X Ray Sella help detect?

It helps detect tumours, cysts, bone deformities, or empty sella. Abnormal results can come from tumours, raised intracranial pressure, trauma, or congenital differences. A family history of pituitary disorders may make this imaging more important.

What do X Ray Sella results mean?

An imaging report describes what the scan shows and whether it is normal or reveals a specific finding. A qualified radiologist interprets the images, and your doctor explains what any finding means for you and whether a further test or treatment is needed. The FAQs below cover what this scan can and cannot show.

How often should X Ray Sella 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 Sella results are ready?

You will be notified the moment results are ready, usually the same day for routine tests. Open the report in the GetVisit app to see each value beside its reference range, share it with your doctor in a tap, or book a specialist consultation to talk it through.

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What is the best X ray view for the sella turcica?plus

The best X‑ray view for visualizing the sella turcica is the lateral skull (lateral cephalometric) projection. It provides a true profile of the pituitary fossa, enabling assessment of contour, size, calcification, and bony erosion. For suspected pituitary lesions or detailed soft‑tissue evaluation, MRI is the imaging modality of choice due to superior contrast and resolution.

What is the normal size of the sella?plus

The normal sella (sella turcica) in adults is small: anteroposterior length commonly about 5–16 mm, depth (vertical) about 4–12 mm, and transverse width roughly 10–13 mm. The pituitary gland height within the sella is usually under about 6–7 mm in nonpregnant adults. Values vary by age and sex; radiology interprets enlargement in clinical context.

What is a sella in the brain?plus

The sella (sella turcica) is a saddle-shaped depression in the sphenoid bone at the skull base that houses and protects the pituitary gland. It forms a bony cradle with a roof (the diaphragma sellae) separating the gland from the brain. Its size and shape are clinically important, abnormalities can indicate pituitary tumors, congenital variants, or other skull-base disorders.

What is meant by sella?plus

The sella (short for sella turcica) is a saddle-shaped depression in the sphenoid bone at the skull base that houses and protects the pituitary gland. It serves as an anatomical landmark on imaging and in surgery. Changes in sella size or shape, such as enlargement, deformation, or “empty sella”, can signal pituitary tumors, fluid shifts, or other endocrine and structural conditions.

Do I need to fast before X Ray Sella?plus

Most scans need no fasting, but some abdominal ultrasounds require a few hours without food or a full bladder. Follow the specific instruction shown when you book X Ray Sella, or check with the centre.

Can X Ray Sella be combined with a health package?plus

Yes. X Ray Sella 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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Dinesh Rawat

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Rukhsar Ahmed

Delhi

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Catching this early made a real difference to my treatment. Part of my annual preventive health check. Delhi traffic is brutal so finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Janakpuri. The technician was gentle and my elderly father had no issues. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.

Simran Kaur

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Staying on top of my health since I turned 40. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. GetVisit had same-day slots which is not easy to find in Delhi in Greater Noida. Got the digital report faster than expected. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.

Farhan Siddiqui

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Something my doctor recommended at my last consultation. No need to visit the lab again to collect a paper copy. GetVisit listed several accredited labs near me so I could pick the best in Saket. The technician was gentle and my elderly father had no issues. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

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Deepak Thakur

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Everything was hygienic and done efficiently. Something my doctor recommended at my last consultation. GetVisit had a lab within walking distance of my sector in Ghaziabad. Reference ranges were highlighted which made it easy to read. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rahul Chawla

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The staff explained each step before proceeding. Staying on top of my health since I turned 40. GetVisit listed several accredited labs near me so I could pick the best in Ashok Vihar. Received the report on my phone and forwarded it to my doctor immediately. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Sneha Agarwal

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This test had been pending for a while and I finally got it done. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. The report was detailed with reference ranges clearly marked. This result changed my doctor's approach to my treatment for the better. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Kulwinder Kaur

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Delhi traffic is brutal so finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief near my office in Gurugram. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. Arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. My doctor was pleased with the report quality. Great service, especially given Delhi's busy lifestyle.

Dinesh Rawat

Delhi

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My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Faridabad. Report was delivered digitally and I saved it straight to my phone. Already recommended this to three people in my RWA.

Seema Rawat

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. Used GetVisit for the first time and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Connaught Place. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. Report was delivered digitally and I saved it straight to my phone. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.

Rukhsar Ahmed

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Catching this early made a real difference to my treatment. Part of my annual preventive health check. Delhi traffic is brutal so finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Janakpuri. The technician was gentle and my elderly father had no issues. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.

Simran Kaur

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Staying on top of my health since I turned 40. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. GetVisit had same-day slots which is not easy to find in Delhi in Greater Noida. Got the digital report faster than expected. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.

Farhan Siddiqui

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Something my doctor recommended at my last consultation. No need to visit the lab again to collect a paper copy. GetVisit listed several accredited labs near me so I could pick the best in Saket. The technician was gentle and my elderly father had no issues. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

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Delhi