IVU test price in Nepal
IVU (intravenous urogram)
Series of X-rays of the kidneys and bladder after a contrast injection.
Average published price in KathmanduNPR 3,200about US$21
- Lowest found
- NPR 1,200
- Highest found
- NPR 5,050
- Based on
- 5 prices from 5 centres
Hospitals charge in Nepali rupees (NPR). Conversions use Nepal Rastra Bank selling rates, 22/10/2026. Prices last reviewed 10/2026.
Coming soon. Only at the few centres we partner with; other hospitals charge their normal price.
Prices by centre
Every figure below comes from a hospital or centre rate list. Click the source to check it. Prices can change, and some lists add a separate charge for contrast, film or the report.
| Centre | Type | Item on rate list | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nepal APF Hospital | Government | IVU (INTRAVENOUS PYELOGRAPHY) | NPR 1,200 about US$8 | Price List - Nepal APF Hospital - Armed Police Force |
| TU Teaching Hospital (TUTH) | Teaching hospital | I.V.U.(INTRAVENOUS UROGRAPHIN | NPR 1,200 about US$8 | Radiology Rate List, TU Teaching Hospital Checked 24 October 2026 |
| Green City Hospital | Private | I.V.U | NPR 3,500 about US$23 | Price Detail - Green City Hospital |
| Vayodha Hospitals | Private | IVU | NPR 5,000 about US$33 | Rate List | Vayodha Hospitals |
| HAMS Hospital | Private | IVU | NPR 5,050 about US$33 | HAMS Hospital Test List for Display (PDF) PDF uploaded January 2025 |
What to expect
How long it takes
About 30 to 60 minutes.
Preparation
Bowel preparation and fasting are often required.
Before you travel
Bring your referral letter, any previous scans and reports, a list of your medicines, and your passport. Confirm the price, whether the radiologist's report is included, and when it will be ready. Plan your scan trip.
Common questions
What is the IVU test price in Nepal?
The published prices we found range from NPR 1,200 to NPR 5,050, with an average of NPR 3,200 (about US$21). Government and teaching hospitals are usually cheaper than private hospitals. Check the table above for each centre and its source.
How long does it take?
About 30 to 60 minutes.
How do I prepare?
Bowel preparation and fasting are often required.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
Most centres in Nepal ask for a doctor's request form. If you are travelling from abroad, bring a referral letter or previous reports from your own doctor, or see a doctor at the hospital's outpatient department (OPD) first. Read more about referrals.