Book your X-Ray IVP (Intravenous Urography) at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, which is a diagnostic centre with advanced facilities and accreditation from NABL & NABH for Radiology & Pathology services. We use state-of-the-art digital X-ray machines that enable us to assess the condition of the kidneys, ureters, and urinary bladder and evaluate urinary tract conditions accurately. The exam provides detailed pictures of the urinary system following administration of a contrast material to aid in identifying structural and functional faults. Our well-trained radiologists and qualified clinical team provide patient-safe, accurate imaging with time-efficient reporting, which facilitates timely diagnosis and a treatment plan.
About X-Ray IVP (Intravenous Urography)
A special type of X-ray, called intravenous urography (IVP), examines the urinary tract with a special dye. An iodine-based contrast dye is drip-fed into a vein, and a series of X-ray images is captured as the dye is filtered by the kidney and is sent into the bladder through the ureters. In Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, the use of high-quality images using advanced digital radiography enables better assessment of not only anatomy, but also the physiology of the urinary system.
What is an X-Ray IVP?
An X-ray of the urinary bladder, its ureters, and kidneys using intravenous contrast material is called an X-ray IVP (intravenous urography). The test is used to answer the following questions:
The size, shape, and position of the kidneys
The flow of urine through the ureters
Structural abnormalities of the urinary tract
Presence of urinary obstruction or stones
Function of the kidneys and urinary collecting system
The examination is commonly recommended by urologists and physicians for investigating urinary tract disorders.
Common Reasons for an X-Ray IVP
Evaluation of blood in the urine (Haematuria)
Suspected kidney or ureteric stones
Recurrent urinary tract infections
Flank or abdominal pain
Urinary tract obstruction
Congenital abnormalities of the urinary tract
Assessment before or after urinary tract surgery
Evaluation of kidney function and urinary drainage
Conditions Evaluated
Kidney Stones
Helps detect stones in the kidneys or ureters and evaluates their effect on urine flow.
Urinary Tract Obstruction
Identifies blockage caused by stones, strictures, or other abnormalities affecting urine drainage.
Congenital Urinary Tract Abnormalities
Assists in diagnosing developmental abnormalities involving the kidneys, ureters, or bladder.
Kidney and Ureter Disorders
Provides detailed evaluation of structural abnormalities affecting the upper urinary tract.
Hydronephrosis
Helps identify swelling of the kidney caused by obstruction of urine flow.
Urinary Tract Tumours
May detect filling defects or abnormalities suggestive of tumours within the urinary tract.
Who Should Consider This Test?
Your doctor may recommend an X-Ray IVP if you:
Have blood in the urine
Experience recurrent urinary tract infections
Have suspected kidney stones
Suffer from persistent flank pain
Need evaluation of urinary tract obstruction
Require assessment of congenital urinary abnormalities
Need imaging before or after urological procedures
Benefits of X-Ray IVP
Provides detailed evaluation of the urinary tract
Assesses kidney function and urinary drainage
Detects kidney stones and urinary obstruction
Helps diagnose structural abnormalities
Supports accurate treatment planning
Offers valuable information before surgery or intervention
Preparation for X-Ray IVP
Fasting may be required for a few hours before the examination
Your doctor may advise bowel preparation if necessary
Inform your doctor about any allergy to iodine or contrast dye
Recent kidney function tests may be required
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or have kidney disease
Follow all preparation instructions provided before the examination
Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?
Experienced Radiologists
Advanced Digital X-Ray & Fluoroscopy Technology
NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre
Accurate and reliable reporting
Patient-focused diagnostic care
Affordable and transparent pricing
Comprehensive Radiology and Pathology services under one roof
Book Your X-Ray IVP (Intravenous Urography)
Book your appointment today to know the price of the X-Ray IVP Test, Intravenous Urography Cost & to make your booking with the best diagnostic centre for urinary tract imaging at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. The board-certified staff at our facility offers IVP exams that are safe, accurate & timely to diagnose kidney disease, obstruction, kidney stones, congenital urinary abnormalities and more.
Test Information: Patient preparation and kidney function assessment may be required before the procedure. Please follow your doctor's instructions.
Test information: Fasting: 4 hours
Reporting: Within 04 hours*
Appointment scheduling and patient preparation may be required before an X-Ray IVP (Intravenous Urography) examination.
You may be advised to fast for 4–6 hours before the procedure, as instructed by your doctor.
Your doctor may recommend bowel preparation or a mild laxative before the examination to improve image quality.
Inform the radiology staff if you are pregnant or may be pregnant before undergoing the procedure.
Inform your doctor about any allergies, especially to iodine or contrast dye, asthma, or previous reactions to contrast injections.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, diabetes, heart disease, or are taking medications such as metformin, as additional precautions may be necessary.
Recent kidney function test (Serum Creatinine/eGFR) reports may be required before administering the contrast material. Please carry them if available.
Carry previous imaging reports, including X-rays, Ultrasound, CT scans, MRI scans, IVP reports, or relevant urology medical records, for comparison and accurate evaluation.
Drink water as advised by your healthcare provider before or after the examination unless instructed otherwise.
Arrive 15–20 minutes before your scheduled appointment for registration and examination preparation.
X-Ray IVP (Intravenous Urography) जांच से पहले अपॉइंटमेंट और मरीज की तैयारी आवश्यक हो सकते हैं।
डॉक्टर के निर्देशानुसार जांच से पहले 4–6 घंटे तक उपवास (फास्टिंग) करने की सलाह दी जा सकती है।
बेहतर इमेज प्राप्त करने के लिए डॉक्टर आंतों की सफाई (बॉवेल प्रिपरेशन) या हल्का लैक्सेटिव लेने की सलाह दे सकते हैं।
यदि आप गर्भवती हैं या गर्भावस्था की संभावना है, तो जांच से पहले रेडियोलॉजी स्टाफ को अवश्य बताएं।
यदि आपको आयोडीन या कंट्रास्ट डाई से एलर्जी, अस्थमा या पहले कंट्रास्ट इंजेक्शन से कोई प्रतिक्रिया हुई हो, तो इसकी जानकारी डॉक्टर को दें।
यदि आपको किडनी की बीमारी, मधुमेह, हृदय रोग है या आप Metformin जैसी दवाएं ले रहे हैं, तो इसकी जानकारी अवश्य दें।
यदि उपलब्ध हो, तो हाल की Serum Creatinine/eGFR (किडनी फंक्शन टेस्ट) रिपोर्ट साथ लेकर आएं।
यदि उपलब्ध हो, तो पिछली X-ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, IVP रिपोर्ट या संबंधित यूरोलॉजी मेडिकल रिकॉर्ड साथ लेकर आएं ताकि आवश्यकता पड़ने पर तुलना की जा सके।
डॉक्टर द्वारा बताए अनुसार जांच से पहले या बाद में पर्याप्त पानी पिएं, जब तक कि अन्य निर्देश न दिए जाएं।
पंजीकरण और जांच प्रक्रिया के लिए निर्धारित समय से 15–20 मिनट पहले पहुंचें।
The patient is positioned appropriately on the X-ray table for the Intravenous Urography (IVP) examination.
A contrast material containing iodine is injected into a vein, usually in the arm, under medical supervision.
As the contrast is filtered by the kidneys and passes through the kidneys, ureters, and urinary bladder, a series of digital X-ray images is obtained at specific time intervals.
The radiology technician may request the patient to change positions or hold their breath briefly to obtain optimal images of the urinary tract.
Multiple images are captured to evaluate the size, shape, position, function, and drainage of the kidneys, as well as the ureters and urinary bladder.
The examination is minimally invasive and generally completed within 30–60 minutes, depending on the imaging protocol.
The radiologist reviews the images to evaluate kidney stones, urinary tract obstruction, hydronephrosis, congenital abnormalities, urinary tract tumours, structural abnormalities, and kidney function.
After completion of the examination, patients are usually advised to drink plenty of fluids to help eliminate the contrast material from the body, unless otherwise instructed by their doctor.
After detailed image analysis, the final report is generally available within 24 hours.
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