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I was wondering can a chest x ray be taken with out showing bone in it i had 2 done and i did not see the ribs?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

The ribs: are always identifiable on a chest X-ray performed with proper technique. Sometimes the anterior ribs may be somewhat faint, however.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I was wondering can a chest x ray be taken with out showing bone in it i had 2 done and i did not see the ribs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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