Your kidney function test results are a measure of how well your kidneys are working to filter your blood and remove excess water and waste from the body. For example, the estimated glomerular ...

A simple blood test could reveal kidney disease earlier so more can be done to halt progression, while also allowing better ...

People with Type 2 diabetes should be concerned with their kidney function, but current testing is woefully insufficient. A ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a silent threat that affects millions worldwide, often progressing unnoticed until significant damage has occurred. Regular kidney function tests are crucial for early ...

A simple blood test could reveal kidney disease earlier so more can be done to halt progression, while also allowing better ongoing management of ...

A new drug lowered blood pressure and improved kidney health markers in high-risk patients. Phase 3 trials will test its long-term effects. Preliminary research suggests that adding the new medication ...

A commonly used blood test to measure kidney function may not be effective for many people in Africa. A study, published in The Lancet Global Health, researchers found methods developed in wealthier ...

A new medication called baxdrostat shows early promise in reducing blood pressure and improving kidney health in patients ...

Researchers have identified an approach to remove race from equations used to estimate a person’s kidney function. These equations have been criticized for potentially perpetuating racial health ...

A commonly used blood test which measures how well a person's kidneys are working may not pick up kidney disease for people in Africa, according to a study published in The Lancet Global Health.