NCIt definition : The creation of an image of the kidneys and urinary system using an intravenously
administered contrast medium. By taking several X-rays over a short period of time,
it is possible to check for the proper functioning of both kidneys and the urinary
system.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A procedure in which x-ray images of the kidneys, ureters, and bladder
are taken at regular times after a substance that shows up on x-rays is injected into
a blood vessel. The substance outlines the kidneys, ureters, and bladder as it flows
through the system and collects in the urine. IVP is usually done to look for a block
in the flow of urine.; CDISC: An imaging technique in which X-ray images of the renal pelvis and urinary
tract are obtained after intravenous injection of a radiopaque substance.;
NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL378230;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000046327; CDR0000046334;