Question
Infants undergoing X-ray imaging. But many people say it can damage cells and disturb development? What consequences might it trigger within the body? With such a young child, how long will that radiation stay in the body before it is excreted?
Answer
Based on your description, taking an X-ray will not leave any metabolites in the body, as it is just a form of radiation, with a minimal impact on the body. Additionally, the imaging is a matter of probability; there is a 1% chance it might affect human genes, leading to cell mutation. However, this probability is extremely low. Only with prolonged and high-dose exposure would many physical changes occur, and having a few imaging sessions makes no difference.