Diagnostic Procedures in Nephrology (Clinical Nephrology) Flashcards
1
Q
Standard test for measurement of albuminuria
A
Accurate 24-hour urine collection
2
Q
Most useful renal imaging study
A
Renal ultrasound
3
Q
The only test to establish etiology in early-stage CKD in the absence of a clinical diagnosis
A
Renal biopsy
4
Q
Most sensitive test for renal vein thrombosis (RVT)
A
CT angiography
5
Q
Imaging test for diagnosis of nephrolithiasis
A
Helical computed tomography (CT) scanning without radiocontrast enhancement
