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Frequently Asked Questions
What is acute kidney disease?
Acute kidney failure is when your kidneys stop working suddenly.
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What is a full body checkup called?
Comprehensive health check up or annual physical exam.
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How accurate is urine test for detecting diabetes?
Urine test is very accurate to detect diabetes.
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How is kidney disease diagnosed?
The main test for kidney disease is a blood test. The test measures the levels of a waste product called creatinine in your blood.
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What conditions can cause chronic kidney disease?
Diabetes and high blood pressure are the most common cause of chronic kidney disease.
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Can drinking too much bubbly water cause kidney stones?
Yes, drinking bicarbonate rich water for a long time can make you prone to kidney disease.
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How to know if my kidneys are doing fine?
Get a kidney function test done to know if your kidneys are working well.
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How can chronic kidney disease be detected early?
Chronic kidney disease can be detected early by performing KFT test once in a year.
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How is the sample collected for a kidney function test?
For a kidney function test, a phlebotomist will visit you to collect a blood sample. A technician uses a small needle and test tube to collect a blood sample.
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How can kidney function be monitored and measured?
Kidney performance is measured using a simple blood test in combination with a urine test.
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What is kidney function test?
Kidney function tests are simple blood and urine tests that can help identify problems with your kidneys.
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Can the doctor tell if one kidney shut down via a blood test?
Yes, they can indicate that the kidneys are not working well.
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How can a creatinine urine test diagnose a kidney disease?
The creatinine urine test measures the amount of creatinine in urine. This test is done to see how well your kidneys are working.
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How are kidney problems diagnosed?
Kidney problems are diagnosed with the help of kidney function tests.
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What are the main tests related to kidneys?
A blood test known as the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and a urine test known as the urine albumin-creatinine ratio (uACR). Both tests are needed to have a clear picture of your kidney health.
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What are the stages of kidney disease?
Stage1, stage 2, stage 3a, 3b and 4.
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How can I test myself for a kidney failure from home?
You are recommended to consult a neprologist at apollo247. One cannot treat kidney failure at home without doctor's guidance.
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Does a normal urine test detect Bence Jones protein?
Normal urine does not detect bence jones protein.
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