Medically reviewed by Prof. Dr. Aamer Nadeem Chaudhary, M.B.B.S., D.M.R.D., F.C.P.S. (Diagnostic Radiology) — Consultant Radiologist, Al-Nasar Lab & Diagnostic Centre · Updated June 2026.
Quick answer: You need a portable (bedside) X-ray when the patient cannot be moved safely or comfortably — for example after a fall, suspected fracture, chest infection in a bedridden patient, or a post-operative check. Al-Nasar Lab’s portable X-ray at home service brings the X-ray to you in Lahore, same-day.
Situations where a portable X-ray is the right choice
- After a fall — suspected hip, wrist or limb fracture in an elderly patient
- Chest infection / pneumonia — in a bedridden or immobile patient
- Post-surgery check — monitoring after orthopedic or other surgery
- Severe pain or limited mobility — when movement risks harm or distress
- ICU-level home care — ventilated or critically ill patients at home
Portable X-ray vs coming to the lab
| Choose a home X-ray when… | Come to the lab when… |
|---|---|
| The patient is bedridden, frail or in pain | The patient can travel comfortably |
| You need a chest, limb, fracture or spine X-ray | A complex or specialised study is needed |
| Moving the patient is risky or distressing | The patient is mobile and stable |
How to book
Message us on WhatsApp with the prescription and address. A radiographer visits — often the same day — and a radiologist issues the report digitally the same day.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I get a portable X-ray instead of going to the lab?
When the patient is bedridden, elderly, post-surgery, in severe pain, or medically unsafe to move, a portable home X-ray is the better choice.
Can a portable X-ray detect a fracture?
Yes. Portable digital X-ray is very effective for detecting fractures in the limbs, hip and other bones at the bedside.
How fast can I get a home X-ray in Lahore?
Often the same day. Message Al-Nasar Lab with the prescription and address to confirm the earliest visit.
Not sure if you need a home X-ray? Ask us — Al-Nasar Lab’s portable X-ray at home service. WhatsApp or call 0302 8400944.
