A kidney biopsy is performed for several reasons, including:
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Diagnosis of Kidney Diseases: To identify the specific type of kidney disease, such as glomerulonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, or interstitial nephritis.
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Assessment of Kidney Function: To evaluate the extent of kidney damage in conditions like chronic kidney disease (CKD) or acute kidney injury (AKI).
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Monitoring Transplanted Kidneys: To check for signs of rejection or other complications in patients who have had a kidney transplant.
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Unexplained Kidney Problems: To investigate the cause of unexplained blood in the urine (hematuria), protein in the urine (proteinuria), or abnormal kidney function tests.