Why the test is performed
To assess filtration and fluid or electrolyte handling using creatinine, estimated GFR and related measurements.
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Laboratory Testing Online / Biochemistry
Kidney Function Profile
To assess filtration and fluid or electrolyte handling using creatinine, estimated GFR and related measurements.Test profileBIKidney Function Profile
Test and specimen
What is being examined?
- Test
- Kidney Function Profile
- Department
- Biochemistry
- Typical sample or measurement
- Serum/plasma plus urine when requested
Before the test
Hydration, recent meat intake, muscle mass, supplements and some medicines can influence creatinine; follow the requesting clinician’s advice.
Clinical interpretation
Laboratory results should be interpreted by a qualified professional using the correct reference interval, method, symptoms, history and other findings. A normal or abnormal value rarely confirms or excludes a condition by itself.
What the test is used for
Screening people at risk, investigating symptoms and monitoring kidney disease or medicines.
How the test is performed
Creatinine and electrolytes are measured in blood; eGFR is calculated from validated demographic inputs. Urine albumin and creatinine may be measured separately.
Conditions and diseases considered
Used in acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, hypertension and medicine-safety monitoring.
Recommended further tests
Urinalysis, urine albumin-creatinine ratio, repeat creatinine, ultrasound, cystatin C or nephrology review.
Primary public reference
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