BUN (blood urea nitrogen), creatinine, and glomerular filtration rate (GFR) are blood tests that help assess kidney function. Imaging studies CT scan of the abdomen can be performed to evaluate the kidney anatomy and make the diagnosis of hydronephrosis. It also may allow the health care practi...
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine: These are indicators of kidney function. Elevated levels, particularly of creatinine, represent kidney dysfunction or kidney failure. Immunoglobulin levels: Measuring levels of the immunoglobulins is one way of tracking the extent and progression of the disease...
Treatment is based on surface areas of involvement, body site(s) affected, the presence or absence of arthritis, and the thickness of the plaques and scale. Plaque psoriasis is raised, roughened, and covered with white or silver scale with underlying erythema. Contributed by Randy Park, MD. V...