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An x-ray is a safe and painless procedure that's often used to produce images of the inside of the body.

X-rays can also be used to examine organs and identify problems. For example, an x-ray can highlight a lung infection, such as pneumonia.

They are also often used by surgeons during therapeutic procedures, such as a coronary angioplasty, to help guide equipment to the area being treated.

X-rays are carried out by radiographers or assistant practitioners, who are healthcare professionals trained to use imaging technology. Some specialist radiographers are also trained to make a diagnosis from the examination.

During an x-ray, you'll be asked to lie on a table or stand against a flat surface so that the part of your body being examined is positioned between the x-ray machine and an imaging plate.

The x-ray will last for a fraction of a second. As the x-rays hit the imaging plate, the plate will capture a snapshot of the image.

The image will then be transferred to a computer so that a radiologist or radiographer can study them and produce a report. Radiologists are doctors who are specially trained to carry out examinations and interpret medical images, such as x-rays and CT scans.

To make an appointment call 0151 529 2322. Lines open Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.45pm.

Aintree University Hospital

Tel: 0151 529 3276

Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm, excluding bank holidays.

Broadgreen Hospital

Tel: 0151 600 1616

Monday to Friday, 8am-4.30pm, excluding bank holidays.

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Tel: 0151 706 2745

Monday to Friday, 8.30am-7pm, excluding bank holidays.

Liverpool University Dental Hospital

Tel: 0151 706 5100

Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, excluding bank holidays.

Kenilworth

Tel: 0151 529 3276

Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm, excluding bank holidays (appointment only).

Litherland

Tel: 0151 529 3276

Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm, excluding bank holidays.

Kirkby

Tel: 0151 529 3276

Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm (walk in), 4pm-7.30pm (appointments only). Saturday and Sunday, 10.30am-3.30pm (appointments only).

South Liverpool

Tel: 0151 295 9015

Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.30pm, excluding bank holidays.

York Centre

Tel: 0151 300 8290

Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.30pm, excluding bank holidays.

More information

When you have seen your GP, doctor, or healthcare professional, they will consider if they feel an X-ray may be of benefit to help diagnose your health concern.  This request is then assessed by the radiographer to ensure that this is the best test for you.

If referred by your GP, you can attend any of the following departments for your x-ray examination without an appointment unless stated below.

Opening times

Aintree University Hospital

Elective Care Centre, Ground Floor. Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.45pm, excluding bank holidays.

Kenilworth Road Diagnostic Centre

Appointments needed Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.45pm.

Litherland Town Hall

Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.45pm, excluding bank holidays. Appointments needed, 4,45pm-6.45pm.

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Main Radiology Department, Ground Floor. Monday to Friday, 8.30am-7pm, excluding bank holidays.

South Liverpool Treatment Centre

Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.45pm, excluding bank holidays.

St Chads Walk-in Centre

Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.45pm. Appointments needed Monday to Friday, 4,45pm-6.45pm, and Saturday, Sunday and bank holidays, 10am-3.45pm.

York Centre

Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.45pm, excluding bank holidays.

Kenilworth

Address:
Kenilworth Road
Diagnostic Centre
1 Kenilworth Road
Crosby
Liverpool
L23 3AD

Kirkby

Address:
Kirkby Urgent Treatment Centre
St Chads Clinic
St Chads Drive
Kirkby
Liverpool
L32 8RE

Litherland

Address:
Litherland Urgent Treatment Centre
Litherland Town Hall
Hatton Hill Road
Liverpool
L21 9JN

South Liverpool

Address:
South Liverpool Treatment Centre
32 Church Road
Garston
Liverpool
L19 2LE

York Centre

Address:
Radiology Department
Smithdown Health Park
Smithdown Road
Liverpool
L15 2HE

Results will be sent to the doctor or healthcare professional who referred you for the x-ray.

Results will normally be available within 14 days.