Definition

A type of X-ray image that shows the urinary tract, including the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.

Example

The doctor ordered an urogram to check for any abnormalities in the patient's urinary system.

Conversation

Have you ever had to get an urogram done?

Yeah, I had one last year when I was having some issues.

Did it hurt? I heard those tests can be uncomfortable.

Not really, but it was a bit strange seeing the urogram images afterward.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Urogram is formed from "uro-" (from Greek "ouron", meaning urine) and "gram" (from Greek "gramma", meaning something written or drawn). The word "urogram" refers to a written record or image related to urine, typically used in medical contexts to describe imaging studies of the urinary tract.

Memory Tip

Think of 'uro-' relating to urine and 'gram' meaning a written record. This helps you remember that a urogram is a written image or record concerning urine.

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