A Nephrogram Taken During an IVU Demonstrates That the Renal

question 24

Multiple Choice

A nephrogram taken during an IVU demonstrates that the renal parenchyma is poorly visualized but the calyces are contrast enhanced.What is the most likely reason for this radiographic outcome?

• A)The kV may have been too high.
• B)The contrast media was diluted.
• C)The patient has hypertension.
• D)The exposure was not taken soon enough following the injection.

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