X-ray
EKS-ray /ˈeksreɪ/
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What it really means
A quick scan used to check bones and the chest, done in hospital X-ray (radiology) departments and some minor injuries units. You usually wait a short time and the images go to the doctor treating you.
Chinese explanation
X光检查：用于检查骨骼和胸部的快速影像检查，在医院放射科或部分轻伤处理中心进行。通常稍等片刻即可，影像会发给你的主治医生。
Example conversation
A: The nurse thinks my wrist might be fractured.
B: They'll send you for an X-ray to check before deciding on treatment.
A：护士觉得我的手腕可能骨折了。
B：他们会先让你拍个X光确认，再决定怎么治疗。
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