During a kidney biopsy, pieces of tissue are taken from the kidney for further examination. This Divi explains to the patient what a kidney biopsy is and how the kidney biopsy is done. It also explains to the patient the preparation for and aftercare of the kidney biopsy.

The tissue taken is then examined in the laboratory. In an additional animation, this Divi explains how this tissue examination proceeds. The Divi also refers to reliable websites where the patient can find more information about the functioning of the kidneys and kidney diseases.