How are Kidney Abnormalities Diagnosed in Neonates?
Diagnosis often begins with a prenatal ultrasound, which can detect anomalies in the urinary tract. Postnatally, a combination of diagnostic tests is used, including:
Ultrasound: To visualize the kidneys and detect structural abnormalities. Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG): To assess for vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), where urine flows backward from the bladder to the kidneys. Renal Scintigraphy: A nuclear medicine test to evaluate kidney function and drainage. Blood and Urine Tests: To assess kidney function and detect signs of infection or other metabolic issues.
