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How much radiation dose in a single rib x-ray view/one side?
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Less than on beach: Amount of radiation exposure is a fraction of rad in chest xay, it is repeat need less xrays are the problem.Current x ray machine are highly sophisticated will emit very little radiation. If needed and indicated for diagnosis do not be afraid, and speak to the radiologist.
Answered 12/9/2013
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