Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cholangiogram
Noun
koh-lan-jee-oh-gram
Definition
A cholangiogram is an imaging test that uses X-rays to visualize the bile ducts.
Examples
- The doctor ordered a cholangiogram to check for any blockages in the bile ducts.
- After the cholangiogram, the specialists were able to identify the cause of the patient’s jaundice.
Meaning
It is primarily used to diagnose obstructions or abnormalities in the bile ducts.
Synonyms
- Bile duct X-ray
- Hepatobiliary imaging
