what are commonly ordered kidney function tests
Tests to monitor kidney function. If a person has been diagnosed with a kidney disease, several laboratory tests may be ordered to help monitor kidney function. Some of these include: 1  Blood levels of BUN and creatinine are measured from time to time to see if the kidney disease is getting worse.
ï· Almost always, CTs ordered should be ordered âwithâ OR âwithoutâ only â NOT BOTH. ï· A âwith and withoutâ protocol is generally needed only for exams to assess hematuria, or. known masses of the liver, kidneys and pancreas. ï· CT of the abdomen and pelvis (with the exception of a CT stone study and CT angiography) will receive an oral contrast prep. ï· General survey exams for pain or other non-specific symptoms can be performed either. âwith IV contrast onlyâ or âwithout IV contrast onlyâ but should not be âwith and withoutâ. as such a scan increases patient radiation dose and generally without added diagnostic. value. o Common indications that do not require the use of IV contrast: diverticulitis, hernia.