<h2><strong>Q:</strong> Can the radiation from X-rays hurt a developing fetus?</h2>
<p><strong>A:</strong> Most diagnostic X-rays have radiation levels too low to hurt the pregnancy. The following are among the important factors when counseling you about the effect of X-rays on the pregnancy:</p>
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<li>The number of pictures taken</li>
<li>Which body part was X-rayed</li>
<li>How many weeks pregnant you were when the X-rays were done</li>
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X-Rays

Diagnostic X-Rays are Safe in Pregnancy a because the radiation levels are too low to do any harm.

Are Diagnostic X-Rays Safe During Pregnancy?

An ultrasound in pregnancy can be either done as a 'routine' anatomy ultrasound, usually between 18-20 weeks or it is done for specific reasons which usually depend on the time of pregnancy.

Ultrasound Guide for Pregnancy

Most diagnostic X-rays have radiation levels too low to hurt the pregnancy. The following are among the important factors

Factors Affecting Radiation and X-Rays In Pregnancy

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Q: Can the radiation from X-rays hurt a developing fetus?