Definition

A type of medical image that shows how a radioactive substance moves through the kidneys after it is injected into the body.

Example

The doctor reviewed the renogram to assess the patient's kidney function.

Conversation

I had to get a renogram at the hospital yesterday.

Oh wow, what’s that for?

It’s a test to see how my kidneys are working with a special scan.

That sounds interesting! I hope everything went well.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Renogram → It is formed from "reno-" (from Latin "renes", meaning kidneys) and "-gram" (from Greek "gramma", meaning something written or recorded). A renogram is a record or image of kidney function or structure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'reno-' referring to kidneys and '-gram' meaning a written record. This helps you remember that a renogram is a record related to kidney function.

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