During the consultation with the doctor, there will be an initial discussion of the patient’s symptoms and how long they have experienced them. Questions will also be asked about their lifestyle and family history. The doctor will conduct physical examination and the relevant further tests to detect cause.

Physical examination

Urine tests

Main Blood tests

Blood gases

Other Blood tests

Imaging tests: Ultrasound Scan

CT scan of the kidney

The Robson staging system

Laproscopy

Intravenous Urography

Biopsy

Isotope renongram

Cystoscopy

MRI scan

References

Useful resources and further reading

Dr Constantine: The ESR test

Updated April 2025 Next Review March 2027

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