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This review aims to summarize studies on nephron number as a clinical marker and explore technologies for its measurement.

Are noninvasive measurements of nephron number achievable in humans?

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Review highlights technological advances for measuring nephron number noninvasively in humans, suggesting improved patient care.

This review aims to summarize studies on nephron number as a clinical marker and explore technologies for its measurement.
Reviewed recent studies demonstrating the importance of nephron number in kidney health.
Highlighted technological advances for noninvasive measurement of nephron number in individuals.
Discussed clinical applications and challenges related to deploying these measurement technologies.
Nephron number is a crucial determinant of kidney disease risk and can predict patient outcomes.
Currently, no noninvasive clinical tools exist for measuring nephron number in humans.
Emerging technologies demonstrate the potential for in vivo measurement of nephron number, indicating future clinical availability.

Bennett et al. (2026) studied this question.

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