Asked by Gabriela Hinostroza Perez on Jun 08, 2024
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An x-ray of the bile ducts with the use of a contrast medium is a:
A) cholecystogram.
B) cystogram.
C) cholangiogram.
D) cholecystoscopy.
Cholecystogram
An X-ray exam of the gallbladder, which uses a special dye to highlight abnormalities.
Contrast Medium
A substance used in medical imaging to improve the contrast of structures or fluids within the body, aiding in the visualization and diagnosis of abnormalities.
Cholangiogram
An imaging test that uses a contrast dye to visualize the bile ducts for diagnostic purposes.
- Explain the use and mechanism of contrast media in diagnostic imaging.
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Satuti AbbottJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A cholangiogram involves the use of a contrast medium to take X-ray images of the bile ducts. A cholecystogram is an X-ray of the gallbladder with the use of a contrast medium, a cystogram is an X-ray of the bladder with the use of a contrast medium, and a cholecystoscopy is a procedure where a scope is used to view the inside of the gallbladder. Therefore, the correct answer is C) cholangiogram.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the use and mechanism of contrast media in diagnostic imaging.