Sanjay Menon Sanjay Menon Asked 9 months ago

What test shows kidney function?

My uncle has diabetes and the doctor always tells him to get his kidney function checked regularly. What is the main test that shows how well the kidneys are performing?

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Kavya Murthy Kavya Murthy Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago
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They do blood tests for creatinine and urea, and also a urine test. Don't worry, it's a common check.

Lakshmi Srinivasan Lakshmi Srinivasan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For kidney function, my family always says drink plenty of water, but scientifically, doctors check blood creatinine and urea levels. They also calculate the GFR from blood test. And one urine test to check for proteins. Always trust the doctor's advice, it's very important.

Preeti Sharma Preeti Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For kidney function, usually they do blood tests for creatinine and BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen), and then calculate eGFR. A urine test for protein is also quite common. Please consult a doctor; it's always best to get a professional opinion.

Rajesh Prasad Rajesh Prasad Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Please don't ignore any small signs related to kidneys, I learned it the hard way. For kidney function, they perform blood tests for creatinine and urea, and also calculate the GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate). A urine test for protein is also important. Get it checked without delay.

Akash Kulkarni Akash Kulkarni Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Yaar, kidney function ke liye blood test hota hai, usme creatinine aur urea levels dekhte hain. Aur ek GFR calculate karte hain. Actually, ek urine test bhi karte hain protein ke liye. Doc se baat karna, he'll tell you which specific tests.

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Anisha Singh Anisha Singh Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much! For kidney function, they mostly do blood tests to check creatinine and urea levels, and calculate something called GFR. Also, a simple urine test. Just get it done, it's pretty routine. You'll be fine!

Priya Singh Priya Singh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I totally get it, worrying about kidney function can be unsettling. But it's good you're seeking information. They usually do a blood test to check creatinine and urea levels, from which they calculate eGFR. A urine test to check for albumin is also common. Take care of yourself.

Sunil Kumar Sunil Kumar Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I used to think drinking a lot of water would solve everything, but for real kidney function, tests are a must. They usually check blood creatinine and GFR, plus a urine test for protein. These are standard and give a clear picture. Don't rely only on home remedies for diagnosis.

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yeah, I was researching this too! It seems they do blood tests for creatinine and urea, and also a GFR calculation. And a urine test. It's good to know what tests are for what, right?

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Nirmala Devi Nirmala Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Beta, kidney ke liye khoon ka test hota hai, creatinine aur urea dekhte hain usme. Aur ek peshab ka test bhi zaroori hai. Ghar pe paani theek se peete raho, par doctor se salah lena sabse achha hai.

Deepa Choudhary Deepa Choudhary Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Having dealt with kidney issues in my family, I can tell you for sure: the main tests are a blood test for Creatinine and Urea, which gives you the eGFR value. Also, a urine test to check for protein. These are crucial. Make sure you drink enough water and follow up with a nephrologist if needed.

Ramesh Iyer Ramesh Iyer Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

For kidney function, especially if you have diabetes, it's very important to monitor regularly. Doctors check blood creatinine and eGFR (estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate). A urine test for microalbuminuria (small amounts of protein in urine) is also crucial. Always follow dietary advice carefully.

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