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Are you wondering how to check your kidney health when you have PBC?

Kidney monitoring isn't a standard part of routine PBC care, but liver health monitoring is very important. PBC is tracked primarily through liver-related tests, which include:

- Blood tests — checking liver enzymes, antibodies (like AMA and alkaline Show Full Answer

Are you wondering how to check your kidney health when you have PBC?

Kidney monitoring isn't a standard part of routine PBC care, but liver health monitoring is very important. PBC is tracked primarily through liver-related tests, which include:

- Blood tests — checking liver enzymes, antibodies (like AMA and alkaline phosphatase), bilirubin, and albumin
- Imaging tests — such as ultrasound or FibroScan to assess liver damage
- Bone density scans — recommended every 2–3 years, since bone loss is common with PBC

If you have concerns about your kidneys specifically, it's best to raise this directly with your hepatologist or healthcare provider. They can order the right tests and give you a full picture of your overall health.

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