The most important test to check the health of the kidney is the kidney function test. It is also called renal function test. In this, the functioning of the kidney is checked on several parameters ...

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Understanding eGFR and uPCR is vital for managing IgA nephropathy to predict kidney health, guide treatment, and work ...

The revolutionary world of medical imaging continues to transform how healthcare professionals protect our most vital organs, and kidney ultrasounds stand at the forefront of this incredible ...

Giving patients and their providers genetic test results for kidney failure risk promotes positive behavioral change that could decrease an individual's likelihood of developing chronic kidney disease ...

A major global study suggests that a hidden mismatch between two common blood tests could quietly signal serious trouble ...

Industry professionals attend conferences to network, learn, connect with peers and, now, thanks to smartphone-based diagnostic tests, they get can important health screenings, too. At the ...

MISSION HILLS, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A medical test for kidney function that adjusts its results for race is coming under increased scrutiny. Experts are saying the results for African-American ...

Testing for coronary heart disease before kidney transplantation is common practice, but may not be warranted for all patients, according to investigators. Routine testing for coronary heart disease ...

Renal function testing is underused to diagnose and manage lupus nephritis. Appropriate testing may help reduce disease progression and the associated worsening of outcomes. Investigators analysed ...