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My doctor told me that my kidneys have increased echogenecity via ultrasound but he said all the blood work and urinalysis are normal, i'm worried?
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Don't worry: It just means your kidneys are a bit "brighter" on echo than expected. If your blood work and ua are all within normal limits, you should be fine.
Answered 3/29/2013
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