Hello, and good to hear from soneone, who has gone through a similar problem. It is comforting, that I am not alone in the boat. Yes, I did the biopsy, and doctor said immune system attacking itself, why an unknown. A name not much is known about the problem for now. The numbers far as I know, Protein, total, random UR 65 H. EGFR 33, tht is the latest test result, and see doctor on 10th of this month. She will schedule another blood test. What else she will do, I do not know. I was 177, but back to 181. Was some time ago 200. Concerning a diet no red meat, alchol, no other restrictions. Have to watch other foods. My doctor is Dr Madhavi Vuppali. Looking forward to hearing from you.