Kidney Cancer

Mercy is a leader in diagnosing and treating cancers of the urinary system, including kidney cancers. We want to provide you with the best care possible, and our multispecialty team is here to help you in every aspect of your journey.

What is Kidney Cancer?

Kidney cancer is a type of genitourinary cancer that is also known as renal cancer. Your kidneys are a pair of small but powerful organs that filter waste products from your blood and convert them into urine. When cancer develops in your urinary tract, it can cause the kidney to stop working properly. Most kidney cancers begin as a single tumor inside the kidney. As cancer grows, it may spread beyond the kidney to the lymph nodes and other areas of the body.

Kidney Cancer Diagnostic Tests & Treatment Options

If you have kidney cancer symptoms or have a high risk of kidney cancer, your doctor may recommend testing. Mercy physicians use advanced imaging and lab tests to diagnose kidney cancer. Some tests used to diagnose kidney cancer might include a biopsy, urinalysis if your Mercy provider suspects a kidney problem, as well as imaging and lab tests.