Paediatric Kidney Disease Diagnosis

Advanced Diagnostic tests for pediatric kidney care

It is important to get the right and timely diagnosis for children to manage their kidney conditions promptly. NU Hospitals is equipped with advanced state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and machinery. This helps our expert pediatric nephrologists understand and give your kids the right diagnosis.

These tests are non-invasive and are children-friendly and precise, ensuring comfort both physically and emotionally to our young patients.

How Pediatric Renal Ultrasounds Help Diagnose Kidney Conditions in Children

One of the common and definitive diagnostic tests is renal ultrasound (kidney ultrasound) to detect kidney conditions and disorders in children. This test is non-invasive, and provides an imaging of the kidney and surrounding tissues.

Benefits of Pediatric Renal Ultrasounds

• Safe
• Painless
• No radiation exposure
• Detects kidney stones, cysts, physical abnormalities, and blockages
• Monitor Hydronephrosis
• Less time consumption

Whether your kid is experiencing recurrent urinary tract infections or you can notice swelling in their face, hands, or legs, renal ultrasounds provide the right insights for faster treatment and care.

Blood Tests for Diagnosing Pediatric Kidney Conditions

Blood tests are basic tests determining the underlying kidney issues in your kid. They are important to understand, monitor, and treat kidney issues effectively. They act as a baseline for further diagnosis.

Key Indicators Identified in Pediatric Blood Tests

• Creatinine levels
• Blood urea nitrogen
• Glomerular filtration rate
• Early signs of CKD

Importance of Urine Analysis in Detecting Pediatric Kidney Issues

Urine tests are very simple but can depict kidney-related conditions in children very effectively.  They provide valuable input on the kidney health of the kid.

Kidney Health Markers Identified in Pediatric Urine Tests

• Proteinuria
• Hematuria
• Urinary tract infections
• Dehydration

Advantages of Pediatric Urine Tests

• Easy administration
• Non-invasive
• Early detection of nephrotic syndrome or glomerulonephritis
• Track ongoing treatments

Measuring Kidney Health with Pediatric GFR Testing

GFR testing (Glomerular Filtration Rate) measures how effectively the kidneys are filtering the waste and fluid from the blood.

Role of GFR in Monitoring Kidney Function in Children

• Identifying the staging of chronic kidney disease
• Analyses accurate kidney health
• Aids decisions on treatment options
• Long-term management of chronic conditions
• Special considerations and adjustments for child’s age and body size

Advanced Imaging Techniques for Pediatric Kidney Diagnosis

When there is a requirement for detailed imaging, we rely on advanced imaging techniques like CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine scans to get a comprehensive understanding of kidney health.

• CT Scans for Detailed Pediatric Kidney Imaging

  CT scans provide detailed imaging of the kidney structure where tumours and severe blockages can be easily identified.

• MRI for Pediatric Soft Tissue & Vascular Kidney Assessment

  Used in analysing soft tissue evaluation and vascular imaging.

• Nuclear Scans for Kidney Function & Blood Flow Evaluation

  Helps in accessing kidney functions and blood flow

Benefits of Advanced Pediatric Imaging Techniques

• Accesses recurrent kidney issues
• Helps in locating scars, tumours, and congenital defects
• Provides accurate data to help surgical planning and intervention

Essential Renal Function Tests to Monitor Pediatric Kidney Health

Renal function tests are a combination of blood and urine tests which help in understanding how well your kid’s kidneys are working

Metrics Evaluated by Pediatric Renal Function Tests

• Creatinine levels: Analysing how effectively the kidneys are filtering the blood
• Electrolyte balance: Highlights sodium, potassium, and calcium levels
• Acid-base balance: detects kidney dysfunctions like metabolic acidosis

Significance of Renal Function Tests in Pediatric Kidney Management

• Monitoring disease progression in children dealing with CKD
• Making dietary and lifestyle changes to improve kidney health

NU Hospitals for Pediatric Care:

We are dedicated to providing world-class treatment to your children with kidney disorders. We have state-of-the-art advanced diagnostic tools, and an experienced team who are here to provide you with compassionate care. We ensure your child receives the best care, trust us with your child’s kidney issues.

NU Hospitals' Pediatric Kidney Care Promise

• Child-friendly diagnostic procedures
• Testing tailored to your child’s individual needs
• A multidisciplinary team of pediatric nephrologists, urologists, and dietitians.

Early detection and timely intervention are the keys to providing the best care to your kids with kidney problems. Visit NU Hospitals, your trusted experts in pediatric nephrology in Bangalore