Kidney Test With Contrast. Ct scans of the kidney may be used to help guide the needle placement in kidney biopsies. Contrast dye and the kidneys.
For ct egfr 45 indicates no increased risk of kidney damage from contrast material. Remove urea or liquid waste from the blood by producing urine. Normally the two kidneys.
If you have kidney disease there s a chance the contrast material or dye could cause further kidney damage.
A ct scan of the kidney may be performed to assess the kidneys for tumors and other lesions obstructions such as kidney stones abscesses polycystic kidney disease and congenital anomalies particularly when another type of examination such as x rays or physical examination is not conclusive. Your healthcare provider may have other reasons to recommend a ct scan of the belly. Contrast dye and the kidneys. Remove urea or liquid waste from the blood by producing urine.