CH. 6: Diagnostic Terms

Question 1

cystogram

Answer 1

radiographic image of the bladder

Question 2

cystography

Answer 2

radiographic imaging of the bladder

Question 3

nephrosonography

Answer 3

process of recording the kidney using sound (ultrasonography)

Question 4

renogram

Answer 4

radiographic record of the kidney (an imaging test, used to evaluate kidney function); (also called nephrogram)

Question 5

retrograde urogram

Answer 5

radiographic image of the urinary tract

Question 6

urogram

Answer 6

radiographic image of the urinary tract

Question 7

voiding cystourethrography (VCUG)

Answer 7

radiographic imaging of the bladder and the urethra

Question 8

cystoscope

Answer 8

instrument used for visual examination of the bladder

Question 9

cystoscopy

Answer 9

visual examination of the bladder

Question 10

nephroscopy

Answer 10

visual examination of the kidney

Question 11

ureteroscopy

Answer 11

visual examination of the ureter

Question 12

KUB

Answer 12

simple radiographic image of the abdomen; it is often used to view the kidneys, ureters, and bladder to determine their size, shape, and location, or to identify radiopaque calculi in these structures; may also be used to diagnose intestinal obstruction (also called flat plate of the abdomen)

Question 13

blood urea nitrogen (BUN)

Answer 13

test that measures the amount of nitrogen in the blood that comes from urea; an increased BUN detects an abnormality in renal function

Question 14

creatinine

Answer 14

blood test that measures the amount of a waste product in the blood that comes from the normal wear and tear of muscles; an elevated amount may indicate impaired kidney function

Question 15

specific gravity (SG)

Answer 15

test performed on a urine specimen to measure the concentrating or diluting ability of the kidneys

Question 16

urinalysis (UA)

Answer 16

multiple routine tests performed on a urine specimen; visual examination and chemical analysis of a urine specimen provides screening for blood, glucose, protein, and other substances in the urine and offers a picture of overall health.

Question 17

urine culture and sensitivity

Answer 17

test performed on a urine specimen to determine the presence of bacteria and yeast; used to diagnose urinary tract infections

Question 18

urodynamics

Answer 18

pertaining to the force and flow of urine within the urinary tract; urodynamic studies examine the process of voiding and tests bladder tone, capacity, and pressure along with urine flow and perineal muscle function; an enlarged prostate and urethral stricture will diminish urine flow rate.