The authors conclude that the estimates of normal kidney size that they obtained via MRI disk summation (mean volumes of 202 ml and 154 ml for men and women, respectively) are larger, and closer ...

Imaging tests: Imaging tests like renal ultrasound uses ultrasonic waves to analyse the size and shape of the kidneys to identify renal injury and changes in the filtration capacity of the kidneys.

Potassium is a mineral needed for vital bodily functions. But people with kidney disease may need to know which high potassium foods to avoid. Here we discuss how to create such a diet.