An x-ray series using contrast medium injected into a vein provides information about the structure and function of the kidney, ureters, and bladder. This test is referred to as:
A) intravenous urography.
B) nephrotomography.
C) retrograde urography.
D) voiding cystourethrography.

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An x-ray series that uses contrast medium injected into a vein to provide information about the structure and function of the kidney, ureters, and bladder is called intravenous urography. Nephrotomography involves computed tomography (CT) scanning of the kidneys, and retrograde urography involves injecting contrast medium directly into the urinary tract through a catheter. Voiding cystourethrography is an x-ray exam that evaluates the bladder and urethra during urination, and usually involves instilling contrast medium into the bladder through a catheter.

An X-Ray Series Using Contrast Medium Injected into a Vein