Ivp (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Performing pyelography with intravenous injection of a contrast medium.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Intravenous Pyelography

Hypernyms

• Pyelography

Meaning ²

X-ray picture of the kidneys and ureters after injection of a radiopaque dye.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The doctor ordered an IVP to check for any blockages in the patient's urinary tract.
• The IVP revealed a large kidney stone that was causing the patient's severe pain.
• After the IVP, the radiologist was able to provide a detailed report of the patient's kidney function.
• The patient was instructed to drink plenty of water before the IVP to ensure clear images.
• The IVP showed that the patient's kidneys were functioning normally, but there was a slight narrowing of the ureters.

Synonyms

• Intravenous Pyelogram

Hypernyms

• Pyelogram