Lumbosacral spine X-ray

Alternative names:

myelography; X-ray of lumbosacral spine

Normal values:

The X-ray shows normal structures for the age of the patient.

What abnormal results mean:

The test will detect abnormalities such as fractures, dislocations, thinning of the bone (osteoporosis), and deformities in the curvature of the spine. The test may also detect bone spurs, disc problems (see herniated disk), and degeneration of the vertebrae.