Why the Test is Performed
Your provider may order this test to:
• Diagnose a pain in the abdomen or unexplained nausea
• Identify suspected problems in the urinary system, such as a kidney stone
• Identify blockage in the intestine
• Locate an object that has been swallowed
• Help diagnose diseases, such as tumors or other conditions
What Abnormal Results Mean
Abnormal findings include:
• Abdominal masses
• Buildup of fluid in the abdomen
• Certain types of gallstones
• Foreign obj
Lab Test Details
Description
An abdominal x-ray is an imaging test to look at organs and structures in the abdomen. Organs include the spleen, stomach, and intestines.
When the test is done to look at the bladder and kidney structures, it is called a KUB (kidneys, ureters, bladder) x-ray.