Apex Multispeciality Hospital : Kopar Khairane
Kidney Biopsy in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai
A kidney biopsy removes a tiny sample of kidney tissue with a thin needle so it can be examined under a microscope. It helps find the exact cause of kidney disease and guide treatment. At Apex Multispeciality Hospital, Kopar Khairane, kidney biopsy is performed by nephrologists through the skin (percutaneously), usually with ultrasound guidance. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: ultrasound guidance and who performs it]
Why is a kidney biopsy done?
- Protein in the urine, especially in large amounts (nephrotic syndrome)
- Blood in the urine with other signs of kidney disease
- Kidney function falling without a clear cause
- Suspected kidney involvement in conditions such as lupus
How to prepare
- Blood tests to check clotting and kidney function
- Blood thinners, including aspirin, usually need to be stopped for some days. Follow your doctor’s exact advice.
- Blood pressure should be well controlled
- You may be asked not to eat for a few hours before
The procedure
- You lie on your stomach.
- The skin is cleaned and numbed with local anaesthetic.
- Using ultrasound, the doctor guides a thin needle into the kidney while you hold your breath briefly.
- One to three small samples are taken. The procedure takes about 30 minutes.
After the biopsy
- You lie flat and are monitored for several hours, often overnight
- It is common to see a little blood in the urine for a day
- Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for about 1 to 2 weeks
- Results usually take a few days to a week
Risks
The main risk is bleeding, which is usually minor and settles on its own. Rarely, bleeding is serious and needs a blood transfusion or a procedure to stop it. Pain at the site and infection are uncommon.
After a kidney biopsy, seek help urgently for heavy blood or clots in the urine, inability to pass urine, fever, faintness or severe pain. Call +91 85912 35064 or 108, or come to the 24/7 Emergency department. |
Our nephrology team
Kidney biopsy at Apex is supported by Apex Hospital’s medical team, including:
- Akash Ranka, MD, DM (Nephrology)
- Sachin Naik, MD, DM (Nephrology)
Meet the team on our doctors page.
Kidney biopsy in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai
Biopsy, monitoring and follow-up with your nephrologist are in one hospital. Apex Multispeciality Hospital is in Sector 19, Kopar Khairane, near MSEB, and serves patients from Kopar Khairane, Ghansoli, Vashi and nearby parts of Navi Mumbai. Get directions.
Talk to our nephrologists. Request an appointment or call +91 85912 35064. |
Frequently asked questions
Is a kidney biopsy painful?
The skin is numbed, so most people feel only pressure and a brief discomfort.
Do I need to stay in hospital after a kidney biopsy?
You are monitored for several hours, often overnight, to check for bleeding.
How long do kidney biopsy results take?
Usually a few days to a week, depending on the tests needed.
Is kidney biopsy safe?
It is generally safe. The main risk is bleeding, which is usually minor.
Sources
- MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine): Kidney biopsy