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Question 18: Renal Stone Imaging%u2022 Which imaging modality is most appropriate for initial evaluation of suspected renal stones?%u2022 MRI%u2022 Intravenous pyelogram%u2022 Non-contrast CT%u2022 Ultrasound%u2022 Plain abdominal X-ray%u2022 Answer: Non-contrast CT%u2022 Explanation: Non-contrast CT is the gold standard for initial evaluation of suspected renal stones. It can detect stones of all compositions, assess their size and location, and evaluate for signs of obstruction. It's quick, highly sensitive, and doesn't require contrast administration.