Renal Biopsy
Alternate Names : Biopsy - Kidney, Kidney Biopsy
Definition A renal biopsy is a means to obtain a sample of the kidney tissue. The sample is then examined in the laboratory.
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Why is the Test Performed?
The test is sometimes used to evaluate a transplanted kidney. It is also used to evaluate an unexplained decreased kidney function, persistent blood in the urine, or protein in the urine.
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