Intravenous Pyelogram
(IVP; Excretory Urography; Intravenous Urography [IVU])
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The Male Urinary System
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Definition
An intravenous pyelogram (IVP) is a test that evaluates problems in the urinary tract. It is done with contrast dye and x-rays.
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Reasons for Test
An IVP is done to identify:
- The cause of blood in urine
- Tumors
- Kidney stones or bladder stones
- Damage to the urinary tract from injury or infection
- Other problems keeping the kidney or bladder from functioning normally