Different Effects and Symptoms of Starvation Mode. Starvation happens when the body is deprived of the essential nutrients it requires for proper function and survival. When the body does not receive these nutrients that come from food and liquids, side effects occur.
Why It Is Done. A kidney biopsy is done to: 1  Find kidney disease when there is blood or protein in the urine or when the kidneys are not working well. 2  Check kidney problems seen on an ultrasound or a CT scan. 3  Watch kidney disease and see if treatment is working.  Find out why a transplanted kidney isn't working well.
1 Before the biopsy, your doctor may order urine tests, blood tests, and x-rays of your kidneys. 2  You should ask your doctor when you can expect to know the biopsy results. 3  Arrange for a ride home after your biopsy.  Your doctor may ask you to fast or eat lightly before your biopsy.