General X-ray
No special prep is needed. Wear loose, comfortable clothes and remove jewellery or metal objects near the area being imaged.

Arrival time
Plan to arrive 5–10 minutes before your appointment so our team can confirm your referral, complete any paperwork and answer questions. If you might be pregnant, let us know when you check in.

At Precious Health Radiology we keep every step simple, calm and efficient whether you’re booked for a general X-ray.

On Arrival

• Check in with our medical reception team. They confirm your referral and Medicare details and can answer any immediate questions.

• Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to keep the schedule on time.

Your Scan Room

• General X-ray rooms have adjustable chairs or standing supports, soft lighting, music and space for a support person.

During the Examination

1. Preparation: The radiographer explains the scan and asks you to remove jewellery or metal near the area being imaged. A gown and secure box for belongings are provided.

2. • X-ray: You may stand or sit; wheelchair users can transfer to an X-ray chair with assistance.

3. Imaging: You’ll hear a brief buzz. You might be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds to sharpen the image.

4. Review: Images are checked on the spot to ensure quality before you leave.

After the Scan

• Collect your belongings, change back into your clothes and head home straight away—no recovery time needed.

• A radiologist reports your study and sends the results securely to your doctor, please contact us for current report turn-around times.

Please bring your referral; an up-to-date Medicare card; and any healthcare/pension/student cards.

Your images will be carefully reviewed by one of our radiologists, and a detailed report will be prepared for your referring health practitioner within 2-3 business days (excluding emergencies).

The report will be sent directly to your referring provider via fax or email. To ensure timely follow-up and care, please have an appointment booked with your referring health practitioner to discuss your results.

Your wellbeing is our priority. Our general X-ray uses low-dose radiation where possible.

• Pregnancy – If you are, or could be, pregnant, please tell the radiographer. We will adjust the scan or recommend an alternative where appropriate.

• Comfort – Should you feel uncomfortable at any stage, let us know. We can pause or stop the scan and, where possible, consult your referrer before proceeding.

• Hygiene – Beds, chairs and scanners are disinfected with hospital-grade wipes after every patient.

Most general X-ray services are bulk-billed for patients with a valid Medicare card. 

Please contact our friendly reception team before your appointment to confirm.

Out-of-pocket fee may apply to weekend appointments. 

Full fee applies to private patient, please contact us for our latest fee schedule.

You will receive an SMS, email and a courtesy call in the lead-up to the appointment; we reserve the right to cancel if we are unable to confirm your attendance.

We understand that it is sometimes necessary to cancel or reschedule – please call us to do so. Appointments not attended will incur a $20 administration fee, billed at your next appointment.

Please reschedule if you are experiencing any cold, flu or gastro-like symptoms.