| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5545038 | The Veterinary Journal | 2016 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
If a renal biopsy is performed, then it should be evaluated by a specialty diagnostic service with expertise in nephropathology. A panel of special stains, immunofluorescence for the detection of immunoglobulins and complement factors, and transmission electron microscopy can be routinely employed in cases of glomerular disease. These advanced diagnostics can be used to detect immune deposits in order to definitively diagnose immune complex mediated glomerular disease. Integrating the results of biomarker assays and comprehensive renal biopsy evaluation, the clinician can make informed therapeutic decisions, such as whether or not to immunosuppress a patient.
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Authors
Rachel Cianciolo, Jessica Hokamp, Mary Nabity,