Procedures and Diagnostic Tests Related to the Female Reproductive System

- Procedures and Diagnostic Tests Related to the Female Reproductive System (continued) Procedure/Test Description Human Chorionic Urine or blood serum test to determine the presence of HCG. A positive result may indicate Gonadotrnpin (HOG) pregnancy. Hymenectomy Surgical removal of the hymen. Hysterectomy Surgical removal of the uterus. Hysterosalpingography Imaging with an Xeray after iniectihg radiopaque material into the uterus and oviducts. Hysternscnpy Inspection of the uterus using a special endoscopic instrument. intrauterine Device Device inserted into the uterus by a physician for the purpose of contraception. (IUD) Kegel Exercises Exercises named after A. H. Kegei, an American gynecologist who developed them to strengthen female pelvic muscles. The exercises are useful in treating incontinence and as an aid in childbirth. laparoscopy Examination of the peritoneal cavity with a laparoscope. The instrument is passed through a small incision made by the surgeon into the peritoneal cavity.