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Kidney biopsy

Illustration showing kidney biopsy

During a kidney biopsy, a needle is used to remove a small sample of kidney tissue for laboratory testing. The biopsy needle is inserted through your skin and is often directed using the guidance of an imaging device, such as ultrasound.
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