Venogram - Test Overview

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A venogram is an X-ray test that takes pictures of blood flow through the veins in a certain area of the body.

During a venogram, a special dye (contrast material) is put into your veins so they can be seen clearly on an X-ray picture. A venogram looks at the condition of your veins and the valves in your veins.

A venogram can show the veins in your legs, pelvis, or arm; the veins leading to the heart; or the veins leaving your kidneys.

See pictures of normal blood flowClick here to see an illustration. and blood flow blocked by a blood clot (thrombus)Click here to see an illustration..

By: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD, MD - Family Medicine
Howard Schaff, MD - Diagnostic Radiology
Last Revised: June 28, 2011

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