Diagnosis typically involves:
- Blood tests to check the Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) and Creatinine levels, which assess kidney function.
- Urine tests detect protein or blood in urine, indicating potential damage.
- Imaging tests, such as ultrasounds or CT Scan (Computed Tomography Scan), may be used to examine kidney structure.
- In some cases, a biopsy may be performed to evaluate kidney tissue and confirm diagnosis, especially in autoimmune or other chronic diseases.