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What is the definition or description of: kub?

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Kidneys ureter bladd: This is the appreviation for kidneys, ureter and bladder. It is for the xray that is done to evaluate. Typically it is taken upright.

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Abdominal X-ray: Kub is an old fashioned term referring to a plain x-ray of the abdomen. It's an abbreviation standing for kidneys, ureters and bladder.

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Plain radiograph: KUB stands for kidney, ureter, and bladder. It is plain radiograph originally looking for calcifications or stones in kidneys , ureters, and bladder. It is also useful for detecting some bowel abnormalities such as bowel obstruction,free air in abdomen, enlargement of spleen , and regional skeletal abnormalities.

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