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How do you diagnose kidney tumors?
We use several techniques to evaluate the presence of kidney tumors, including:
abdominal ultrasound - to image the tumor and entire abdominal area.
abdominal computerized tomography scan (also called a CT or CAT scan) - to detect metastases throughout the body.
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - to determine if there are metastases through lymph nodes and other organs.
chest x-ray - to determine if there are metastases (spreading) in the lungs.
blood and urine tests - to evaluate kidney and liver function.
biopsy - to obtain a tissue sample for microscopic examination.
surgery - to remove tumor and/or kidney (nephrectomy).
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