DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 73-year-old female. A recent blood test returned an eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) of 59. My physician’s nurse told me that the test was normal. When I asked her ...

An eGFR below 60 ml/min indicates possible kidney disease. High creatinine levels in the blood can suggest the kidneys are not working well. A urine albumin result higher than 30 mg/gram may be a sign ...

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The need for dialysis depends on symptoms, the cause of the problem, and overall kidney function, not just one lab result ...

Your kidneys work tirelessly as your body’s filtration system, processing roughly 200 quarts of blood daily to remove waste and excess fluid. Despite their vital importance, kidney problems often ...