röntgenrum

A röntgenrum, or X-ray room, is a purpose-built space in medical facilities designed for radiographic imaging with ionizing radiation. The room is designed to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff and to accommodate a range of imaging procedures.

Typical equipment includes an X-ray tube and generator, a detector or film, a radiographic table or upright positioning unit, and a control console. A shielded control room or barrier with a leaded glass window allows radiologists or technologists to operate equipment from behind protection. The walls and doors are lined with lead or equivalent shielding, and the room may have warning lights and interlocks. Fluoroscopy setups may include a C-arm or dedicated fluoroscopy table.

Safety and procedures: Before imaging, clinicians check shielding, pregnancy status, and patient consent. Exposures are planned to achieve diagnostic quality while using the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA principle). Staff wear radiation monitoring badges; patients may use lead aprons or thyroid shields when appropriate.

Operations and standards: Imaging is performed by radiologic technologists under physician supervision. The room is subject to regular quality control tests and regulatory inspections to verify beam quality, exposure accuracy, and shielding integrity. Common studies include chest radiographs, limb and joint imaging, abdominal and pelvic radiographs, and dental imaging.

See also: Radiology, X-ray. Note: röntgenrum is a Swedish term; the English equivalent is X-ray room or radiography room.