What Does CXR Mean in Medical Terms?

CXR stands for chest X-ray. X-ray image of the chest, heart and lungs.

Where you will see CXR

You will most often see CXR in respiratory and ventilation charts, imaging requests and scan reports.

Example

An imaging report might use “CXR” as shorthand for chest X-ray.

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