Kidney Function Guide

Creatinine, eGFR, BUN — understanding your kidney function results.

Source: American Association for Clinical Chemistry, NLM MedlinePlus.

What Does a Kidney Function Test Show?

Kidney tests: creatinine, eGFR, BUN, and urine albumin — how they detect kidney disease and normal values.…

How to Improve Kidney Function

Protect kidney function: control blood pressure and diabetes, avoid NSAIDs, stay hydrated, limit salt, quit smoking, and get regular kidney …

What Is a Creatinine Blood Test?

Creatinine measures kidney filtration. Normal 0.6-1.3 mg/dL. High creatinine = impaired kidney function. Used to calculate eGFR.…

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