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I have a bad cough, and my doctor says I need to get an X-ray. What is the procedure like?
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The process of getting an X-ray typically involves going to your doctor's office or hospital for an appointment. You will be asked to undress from the waist up and put on a hospital gown. A technician will then take several X-rays of your chest area using an X-ray machine. After the X-rays are taken, you may be asked to wait in the waiting room until they are reviewed by a radiologist. Depending on the results, additional tests may be recommended.