Renal scan
Alternative names:
kidney scan; renogram
Normal values:
Normal blood flow through the renal vessels is desired. Normal size, shape, position, and function of both kidneys are found.
What abnormal results mean:
Abnormal results indicate reduced kidney function(s). This may occur with acute or chronic renal failure, as complications of a renal transplant (both surgical complications and transplant rejection), glomerulonephritis, or other kidney disorders.
Additional conditions under which the test may be performed:
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