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The diagnostic procedure performed by a radiologist, who injects the contrast medium through a urethral catheter and then takes a series of X-rays to evaluate the function of the ureters, bladder, and urethra, is a(n) ____.

A) KUB
B) intravenous pyelography
C) retrograde pyelography
D) abdominal CT scan
E) cholecystography

Retrograde Pyelography

A radiologic procedure in which the doctor injects a contrast medium through a urethral catheter and takes a series of X-rays to evaluate the function of the ureters, bladder, and urethra.

Contrast Medium

A substance used in medical imaging to improve the visibility of internal body structures.

Urethral Catheter

A flexible tube inserted through the urethra into the bladder to drain urine.

  • Understand the principles and applications of various diagnostic radiology procedures.
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