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 ...

A simple urine test may reveal kidney damage long before symptoms begin. Doctors say early detection can prevent dialysis and save lives.

There are a variety of differences among markers and clearance methods for GFR measurement compared with the classic method of inulin clearance. However, the bias appears relatively small, and ...

Diabetes affects how the body uses glucose, also known as blood sugar. It can mean that there is too much sugar in the blood. This can harm people in several ways. One serious complication is chronic ...

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 ...

NEW YORK and HOUSTON, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A mismatch between two common tests for kidney function may indicate a higher risk for kidney failure, heart disease, and death, a new study shows.

Early kidney damage is silent but preventable routine blood and urine tests catch it before symptoms.