X-RAY CHEST RIGHT LATERAL

It is performed to evaluate persistent cough, chest pain, shortness of breath, pneumonia, pleural effusion, lung masses, tuberculosis, lung collapse (atelectasis), and other chest abnormalities.

Yes. It helps identify areas of lung infection (pneumonia) and can better demonstrate abnormalities that may be difficult to see on a front-view X-ray alone.

Yes. It can identify lung changes that may be associated with tuberculosis, although additional tests may be required to confirm the diagnosis.

It can detect suspicious lung nodules or masses, but additional imaging such as a CT scan and, if necessary, a biopsy may be required for confirmation.