The test that involves the insertion of catheters into the ureters and the injection of a contrast medium is called a(n):
a. intravenous pyelogram.
b. cystourethrogram.
c. urodynamic.
d. retrograde pyelogram.
d
A retrograde pyelogram outlines the renal vasculature
on x-ray film. The dye is injected directly into the ureters
rather than into a vein (intravenous pyelogram).
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