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2013/06/14

The Diagnosis of Chronic Kidney Disease

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CKD has no signs or symptoms in the early stage; it only can be detected through lab tests.
Laboratory tests
Urine test: measure waste removal
Urinalysis: measure the kidney function by urinalysis. The urine is examined the red and white blood cells as well as solids.
24-hour urine tests: measure the severity of kidney damage and level of kidney function.
GFR: GFR is short for glomerular filtration rate. It is one way to measure the overall kidney function.
Blood test



Serum creatinine and BUN: serum creatinine measures the creatinine level in blood. Along with BUN, abnormal level of the tests indicates kidney disease.
eGFR
electrolyte levels and acid-base balance
blood cell counts
Renal biopsy
Check a specific type of disease and tell how much the damage is.
Radiological exam: Help determine the cause of CKD and the level of remaining renal function.
Ultrasound and CT scan: help find the abnormal physical structure of your kidneys.
X-rays

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