PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the abbreviation for intravenous pyelogram?
A
IP
B
IPM
C
IVP
D
Ipym
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What is an intravenous pyelogram (IVP)? An IVP is an imaging test used to look at the kidneys and ureters.

Detailed explanation-2: -An IVP may be used to help diagnose certain urinary tract conditions, such as kidney or bladder stones, kidney cysts, urinary tract tumors, and an enlarged prostate. Also called intravenous pyelogram, intravenous urogram, and IVU.

Detailed explanation-3: -Unlike a kidneys, ureters, and bladder x-ray (KUB), which is a plain (that is, noncontrast) radiograph, an IVP uses contrast to highlight the urinary tract.

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