GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above near me in Ernakulam
Understanding GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above in Ernakulam
What is GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above in Ernakulam?
The GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above is a blood test tailored for individuals above 18 years to see how well your kidneys are functioning. It measures the levels of cystatin C (a protein in blood) and estimates the filtration rate of the kidneys. It is a sensitive test that is not affected much by non-renal factors such as age, gender, muscle mass or diet. This test is available at an affordable price in Ernakulam with Tata 1mg labs.
The GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above test helps in the early detection of kidney disease, monitoring disease progression and assessing kidney function in predisposed populations (e.g.,elderly, obese, or those with muscle-atrophy). It is recommended when a past kidney function test results show unclear results about your kidneys and your doctor wants to check again with the GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above test to be sure. Also, it can be done when you are older and have lots of muscle (like a bodybuilder) where creatinine levels can vary.
No special preparation is required for the GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above. Eat and drink as per your daily routine.
What does GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above measure?
Contains 3 testsThe GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above test assesses two key parameters of kidney function: serum creatinine and cystatin C levels along with eGFR by Cystatin C. Serum creatinine reflects muscle metabolism and how well the kidneys are filtering waste, while cystatin C, is a low-molecular weight protein that is produced by body cells and excreted by the kidneys by glomerular filtration and provides an alternative measure of kidney filtration that is less affected by age, gender, muscle mass and diet. The resulting eGFR gives a more comprehensive picture of kidney health, helping to identify abnormalities in kidney function and guide appropriate clinical decisions.
By integrating the information from the GFR With Cystatin C, Serum -18 Years & Above, doctors can obtain a clearer understanding of an individual’s kidney function and the potential implications for their overall health.
Serum Creatinine
The Serum Creatinine test measures the level of creatinine in the blood. Creatinine is a byproduct of muscles’ wear and tear during energy production. The kidneys remove it from the body by filtering it from the blood and releasing it into the urine. Therefore, blood creatinine levels indicate how well the kidneys are functioning in filtering and removing waste products from the blood. Generally, higher creatinine levels in the blood may indicate reduced kidney function, while lower levels may suggest decreased muscle mass.
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Cystatin C
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