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Can a kidney function blood test determine whether i have stones or kidney damage. i have frequent pain on my right side front side & back constantly?

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Dr. Christiaan Maurer answered

Yes: A urinalysis typically will have blood. A serum blood test for BUN and creatinine will tell if you have damage such as hydronephrosis.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/7/2020

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Blood test & imaging: A blood test will tell if your renal function is impaired but not diagnose renal stone. Urine examination may help, but imaging studies are more suited for detecting renal stones.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 9/12/2012

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A member asked:

Can a kidney function blood test determine whether i have stones or kidney damage. i have frequent pain on my right side front side & back constantly?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Christiaan Maurer answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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