Hepatobiliary System and Genito-urinary Studies

Question 1

Removal of fluid from the peritoneal cavity through a puncture or a small surgical incision through the abdominal wall under sterile conditions

Answer 1

Paracentesis

Question 2

Removal of a small amount of liver tissue usually through needed aspiration. It also permits the examination of liver cells.

Answer 2

Liver Biopsy

Question 3

These studies measure the ability of the liver to conjugate and excrete bilirubin

Answer 3

Liver Function Test - Serum Aminotransferase Studies (AST and ALT)

Question 4

Evaluates the ability of the kidneys to concentrate solutes

Answer 4

RENAL CONCENTRATION TESTS - Specific gravity

Question 5

This test may disclose early defects in renal function

Answer 5

RENAL CONCENTRATION TESTS - Urine Osmolality

Question 6

Measures effectiveness of the renal function

Answer 6

SERUM TESTS - Creatinine level

Question 7

Serves as the index of renal function

Answer 7

SERUM TESTS - BUN (blood urea nitrogen)

Question 8

Provides information regarding the structure,

size and position of abdominal organs

Answer 8

Kidney, Ureter and Bladder Study (KUB)

Question 9

Determine the cause of acute abdominal pain or palpable mass

Answer 9

Kidney, Ureter and Bladder Study (KUB)

Question 10

Provides direct visualization of the urethra, urinary bladder and ureteral orifices

Answer 10

Cystoscopy

Question 11

Uses a contrast medium introduced through a catheter during cystography and radiographic visualization to view the renal collecting system.

Answer 11

RETROGRADE URETEROPYELOGRAPHY

Question 12

Permits direct visualization of structures that laparotomy previously could be seen only during

Answer 12

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)