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How is Kidney Biopsy Done? | Kidney Biopsy Procedure | CARE Hospitals

In this video know everything about kidney Biopsy. Why is a Kidney Biopsy Done? A kidney Biopsy is done to remove tissue or cells from the kidney to exam under a microscope A kidney Biopsy may be recommended in cases of Hematuria Proteinuria Nephrotic Syndrome Kidney disease with no clear cause Glomerular kidney disease Kidney Tumor Monitor transplanted kidney Create treatment plan Procedure of Kidney Biopsy Ultrasound Computerized Tomography (CT scan) may be used to guide the needle into the kidney The biopsy needle is inserted into the kidney to get a sample A sterile bandage or dressing is applied. The kidney tissue sample will be sent to the lab to check for cancer or other abnormal cells Speak to your doctor for more information on Kidney Biopsy