Is there anything else I need to know about an IVP?IVP tests aren't used as often as CT (computerized tomography) scans for viewing the urinary tract. A CT scan is a type of x-ray that takes a series of pictures as it rotates around you. CT scans can provide more detailed information than an IVP. But IVP tests can be very helpful in finding kidney stones and certain urinary tract disorders. Also, an IVP test exposes you to less radiation than a CT scan.
