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Undergoing a workup for a kidney disorder? Learn more about the different diagnositic tests used in diagnosing kidney diseases.
Screening Tests
Early detection and treatment of kidney disease is critical. Simple screening tests can help identify many kidney diseases early.
Standard Blood Tests
There are dozens of different blood tests used in kidney disease. Here are the most commonly ordered kidney-related blood tests.
Standard Urine Tests
Testing the urine can help assess how well your kidneys are functioning as well as offer important clues to many different kinds of kidney disease.
Radiology Imaging Tests
A number of radiology tests are helpful when working up and/or diagnosing a particularly kidney disease.

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