Lymphangiogram
Alternative names:
lymphangiography; lymphography
Normal values:
The X-ray will show normal structures for the age of the patient.
What abnormal results mean:
Enlarged nodes (swollen glands) that have a foamy appearance may indicate a lymphatic cancer. Nodes or parts of the nodes that do not fill with the contrast material may indicate a cancer spreading throughout the system. Blockage of the lymph vessels may be caused by tumor or infection.
Additional conditions under which the test may be performed:
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