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Overview, Preparation, Procedure, Post Biopsy Care, Other Types

by contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 2:00 pm

Overview
Percutaneous kidney biopsy (through the skin) the removal of a sample of kidney tissue for diagnosis or to evaluate the function of a transplanted kidney. A nephrologist performs the procedure on an outpatient basis, usually in the radiology department of the hospital. Preparation, biopsy, and recovery take several hours.

Preparation

The following medications must be discontinued before biopsy to reduce bleeding:

Aspirin (10 days before)
Coumadin®, Heparin®,...Read the full article