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Diagnostic Testing
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Intravenous Pyelography (IVP) or Urogram Imaging
(Radiology) Procedures What is the test? IVP examines the urinary system, which
includes the kidneys, ureters (the tiny tubes that carry urine from the kidneys
to the bladder), and bladder. This test helps your doctor identify and locate
cysts, stones, tumors, and other abnormalities in the urinary tract. Be sure and tell the radiologist in advance
if you have any medication or food allergies, hay fever, or asthma. If you are
on Glucophage (metformin) please consult your doctor regarding stopping and
then resuming your medication following the exam. On the day before your IVP, consume only
clear liquids from 8 p.m. on. Please refrain from eating or drinking anything
for the two hours before your exam. Please arrive 15 minutes before your
scheduled exam. You will be asked to change into a gown but you may keep your
undergarments on. You will lie down on an examining table and the radiologist
or radiology nurse will inject a contrast medium into your arm. You may feel a
warm flush, which is very common, and have a metallic taste in your mouth.
However, if you experience any itchiness, shortness of breath, or nausea let
the radiologist know right away. A technologist will take x-rays at different
intervals, and you may be asked to empty your bladder so other x-rays can be
taken for comparison. The study usually takes 1 to 2 hours, but could take
longer in cases of a renal obstruction. You may return to your regular diet and
resume normal activities. It's best to drink plenty of water and fruit juice
(beverages without caffeine) following an IVP. If you experience any delayed
reaction to the contrast medium, such as hives, call your doctor. Typically, within 48 hours
a written report of your test results will be sent to your referring physician,
who will review them with you. Additional time (3 to 5 days) may be required if
we are comparing these test results to previous findings from another hospital. IVP is performed only at Cayuga Medical
Center at 101 Dates Drive, off NYS Route 96 in Ithaca. Cayuga Medical Center has a commitment to
and reputation for staying abreast of changing technology and our imaging
equipment is state-of-the-art. Our range of services is comprehensive and we
offer all imaging modalities found in major medical centers. Radiologists are
on site at all three of our locations, which also distinguishes the level of
service we provide. Imaging Services is staffed by six-board
certified radiologists, many of whom are subspecialists in areas such as
neuroradiology, abdominal CT, and interventional procedures. Assisting them are
experienced radiologic technologists, many of whom have completed advanced
training and are certified in specialty modalities. . |
