Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic kidney disease involves persistent changes in kidney structure or function. Early stages may not cause symptoms, making appropriate screening important for people at increased risk.
Understanding Kidney Health
Your kidneys play an important role in keeping your body healthy. They filter waste products and excess fluid from the blood, help regulate blood pressure, maintain electrolyte balance and support red blood cell production.
Kidney problems can develop gradually without noticeable symptoms. Conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease may affect kidney function over time. Regular health assessments and appropriate kidney function tests can help identify problems at an earlier stage.
Chronic kidney disease involves persistent changes in kidney structure or function. Early stages may not cause symptoms, making appropriate screening important for people at increased risk.
High blood sugar can damage the kidneys' filtering units over time. Blood creatinine, eGFR and urine ACR tests help assess kidney health in people with diabetes.
High blood pressure can contribute to kidney damage, while kidney disease can also affect blood pressure. Regular monitoring helps identify changes that may require medical attention.
Understanding Kidney Health
Kidney diseases may develop without noticeable symptoms. Regular monitoring of kidney function, blood pressure and urine abnormalities can help identify kidney-related concerns and guide appropriate medical evaluation.
Kidney Health Awareness
Common investigations include serum creatinine, estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (ACR) and urinalysis. A healthcare professional can recommend appropriate tests based on your medical history and individual risk factors.
Common Kidney Tests
Doctors use blood and urine tests to assess kidney function. Creatinine, eGFR, urine ACR and urinalysis can help identify kidney-related abnormalities and guide further medical evaluation.
A blood test that measures creatinine, a waste product normally removed by the kidneys. Results help assess kidney function.
An estimate of how well the kidneys filter blood, calculated using creatinine and relevant clinical factors.
A urine test that checks for albumin leakage, which may be an early sign of kidney damage.
A urine test that looks for protein, blood, infection-related changes and other abnormalities.
Medical Note: Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare professional alongside symptoms, medical history and other clinical findings.
KIDNEY HEALTH INFORMATION
Find answers to common questions about kidney function, kidney diseases, medical tests and nephrology care.
Dr. Jyoti Bansode is a nephrologist in Navi Mumbai, providing kidney disease evaluation and dialysis-related care. Learn more About Dr. Jyoti Bansode .
A nephrologist evaluates and manages kidney diseases, high creatinine, electrolyte disorders and kidney-related blood pressure problems. Explore Nephrology Services .
Early kidney disease often has no symptoms. Possible signs include swelling, fatigue, changes in urination and abnormal kidney tests. Read about Chronic Kidney Disease .
Common tests include serum creatinine, eGFR, urine ACR and urinalysis. Learn about the eGFR Kidney Function Test .
Yes. Long-term high blood sugar can damage kidney filters, sometimes without symptoms. Regular eGFR and urine ACR testing helps detect abnormalities. Read NIDDK Kidney Disease Information .
No. High creatinine can have several causes, including dehydration and kidney dysfunction. Further evaluation may be needed. Read What Causes High Creatinine? .
Yes. Uncontrolled blood pressure can damage the kidneys over time. Kidney disease can also contribute to high blood pressure. Learn about Resistant Hypertension .
No. Many patients with kidney disease do not need dialysis. The decision depends on symptoms, kidney function and complications. Learn about CKD Stages .
A nephrology evaluation may be appropriate for persistently high creatinine, declining eGFR, protein in urine or kidney-related complications of diabetes. Explore Kidney Disease Services .
Her website lists consultation locations in Vashi and Ulwe, including NewEra Hospitals and JP Kidney Care. Check Hospital & Consultation Locations for details.
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