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| | Healthopedia.com - Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP, Intravenous Pyelography, Excretory Urogram) |
 | | The X-rays penetrate the body to varying extents depending on the density of the structures being viewed. | | | An intravenous pylogram is a test that uses x-rays to look at the structure and function of the urinary system. | | | You are here : Healthopedia.com > Medical Encyclopedia > Tests and Exams > Intravenous Pyelogram |
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| | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Intravenous pyelogram |
| | As with other studies, the test is performed in a hospital radiology department or in the health care provider’s office by an x-ray technician. | | | The patient will need to urinate immediately prior the procedure to ensure the bladder is empty, and intravenous access will be placed in a vein of an arm. | | | An initial "scout" image will be taken with the patient lying face-up. |
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http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003782.htm
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