In this diagnostic procedure, an x-ray image of the renal pelvis is obtained after contrast dye is injected into the bloodstream.
A) IVP
B) UA
C) BUN
D) UTI

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An IVP (intravenous pyelogram) is a diagnostic procedure where contrast dye is injected into the bloodstream and an x-ray image of the renal pelvis is obtained. This allows visualization of the urinary tract including the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. UA (urinalysis) is a urine test that can detect various substances in urine such as blood cells, bacteria, and protein. BUN (blood urea nitrogen) is a blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen in the blood and can indicate kidney function. UTI (urinary tract infection) is an infection in any part of the urinary tract including the bladder, urethra, or kidneys. None of these options involve the injection of contrast dye to visualize the renal pelvis, making IVP the best choice.

In This Diagnostic Procedure, an X-Ray Image of the Renal