What Does a Kidney Function Test Show?
Kidney tests assess how well your kidneys filter waste.
Key Tests
- Creatinine: 0.6–1.3 mg/dL
- eGFR: above 90
- BUN: 6–24 mg/dL
- Urine albumin: below 30 mg/g
CKD Stages
- Stage 1: eGFR 90+
- Stage 2: 60–89
- Stage 3: 30–59
- Stage 4: 15–29
- Stage 5: below 15
Who Should Be Tested
- Diabetics annually
- Hypertensive patients
- Family history
- Age above 60
Source: American Association for Clinical Chemistry, NLM MedlinePlus.
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