S.R. states she had an allergic reaction during her last IVP and was instructed, "Don't let
anyone give you dye for any testing." The physician cancels the IVP. What alternative test will
be conducted?
What will be an ideal response?
A noncontrast abdominal-pelvic CT scan will be ordered. The images produced without dye,
however, will be less distinct.
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