Iodoxamic acid
Iodoxamic Acid
Iodoxamic Acid (pronunciation: eye-oh-dox-AM-ic acid) is a type of contrast agent used in radiology to enhance the visibility of internal structures in X-ray imaging.
Etymology
The term "Iodoxamic Acid" is derived from its chemical composition. The prefix "iodo-" refers to the presence of iodine, a key element in contrast agents. The suffix "-xamic acid" refers to the specific chemical structure of the compound.
Usage
Iodoxamic Acid is primarily used in cholecystography, a diagnostic procedure that uses X-ray imaging to examine the gallbladder and bile ducts. It is also used in oral cholecystography, where it is ingested orally before the procedure.
Related Terms
- Contrast Agent: A substance used to increase the contrast of structures or fluids within the body in medical imaging.
- Radiology: The medical specialty that uses medical imaging to diagnose and treat diseases within the body.
- X-ray: A form of electromagnetic radiation used for imaging purposes.
- Cholecystography: A diagnostic procedure that uses X-ray imaging to examine the gallbladder and bile ducts.
- Gallbladder: A small organ where bile is stored, before it is released into the small intestine.
- Bile Ducts: A series of thin tubes that go from the liver to the small intestine.
- Oral Cholecystography: A diagnostic procedure where a contrast agent is ingested orally before the procedure.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Iodoxamic acid
- Wikipedia's article - Iodoxamic acid
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