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Diagnostics Used by Urologists

Urologists are physicians who have completed post-college four-year residencies in urology. These physicians may identify urinary diseases with physical examinations. Diagnosis may be confirmed with diagnostic tests, including voiding cystourethrograms and kidney scans.

  1. Voiding Cystourethrogram

    • A voiding cystourethrogram is an x-ray view of the urethra and bladder done while the bladder emptys. This diagnostic test may evaluate prostate enlargement and urinary tract infection problems.

    Ureterocopy

    • A ureteroscopy uses a long, slim instrument for checking the urinary tract. Urologists may use this instrument for breaking small kidney stones or diagnosing urinary infections.

    Intravenous Urogram

    • The intravenous urogram is an x-ray procedure for viewing the renal tract, including the ureters and the bladder. Urologists can use the test to help identify urine flow obstruction in patients.

    Cystoscopy

    • A cystoscopy uses a thin lens with light to examine both the bladder and urethra. Urologists may use the test to check urinary frequency and blood in the urine.

    Kidney Scan

    • A urologist may use a kidney scan, which can assess kidney structure and tissue. It uses a radioactive substance for quick kidney tissue absorption.

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