Kidney Care - Advance

It is relatively tough to tell if you have a kidney disease. The kidney is one of the most critical organs in the human body and is responsible for filtering waste. Only a kidney test can tell if you have kidney disease. However, a few symptoms can also indicate the presence of kidney dysfunction or damage. These include:

• Appetite loss
• Cramping of the muscles
• Difficulty sleeping
• Foot and ankle swelling
• Itchy, dry skin
• Nausea
• Reduced mental sharpness
• Trouble with urination
• Vomiting
• Weakness and fatigue
• High blood pressure that is difficult to manage
• Shortness of breath due to fluid accumulation in the lungs
• Chest pain if there is a build-up of fluid around the heart's lining

However, most of these symptoms are quite common, even in the case of other bodily dysfunctions and diseases. Hence, healthcare specialists and researchers suggest getting kidney tests every year or at regular intervals to determine kidney health. These kidney tests are especially vital for people with the following ailments: 

• Diabetes
• Cardiovascular disease
• High blood pressure
• Obesity

People suffering from aforementioned health complications are the highest risk of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an ailment in which the kidneys deteriorate over time and cannot filter blood as effectively as they should. Diabetes is a primary cause of CKD, which typically goes unnoticed until the kidney is severely damaged.

Aside from that, individuals with the following traits should also opt for a standard Kidney care test package:

• Anyone with a family history of kidney disease
• Individuals with an atypical kidney structure
• People who frequently use medication that may affect the kidneys

Moreover, not receiving the appropriate treatment on time may cause a whole slew of other issues, such as:
Anaemia

• Heart Disease
• Hyperkalaemia
• Pulmonary Edema
• Decreased Sex Drive 
• Erectile Dysfunction 
• Reduced Fertility
• Weakened Bones
• Damage To The Central Nervous System
• Pericarditis
• Pregnancy Complications 
• Decreased Immune Response
• End-Stage Kidney Disease

The Kidney care test packages include several different types of assessments. There are 57 tests in the six categories of tests. They include:

• Vitamin D - 25 Hydroxy (D2+D3)
• Cystatin C
• Complete Urine Examination
• Microalbumin /Creatinine Ratio - Urine
• Complete Blood test for Kidney Function
• Renal Profile/Renal Function Test (RFT/KFT)

On receiving results, if your healthcare provider notes any abnormalities, they can immediately start treatment to normalise the results. In extreme cases, treatment options can include medication, lifestyle, dietary changes, dialysis, and kidney transplant.

Apollo 24|7 offers a complete Kidney care test package with a whole range of tests to determine the severity of kidney disease or simply for a health check-up. The 57 tests can not only help determine the functioning status of the kidney, but they can also indicate any other related ailments that you might have. 


Medically reviewed by Dr. Amitava Ray, Family Physician, Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata.

Frequently asked questions

What are some of the symptoms of kidney damage?

Some of the most common symptoms of kidney disease are: Foot and ankle swelling Difficulty sleeping Cramping of the muscles Appetite loss Vomiting Weakness and fatigue Itchy skin Trouble with urination Reduced mental sharpness Nausea

What are the main factors that cause kidney disease?

Generally, kidney diseases are a result of poor lifestyle, unhealthy diet, and a range of underlying conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular issues, obesity and high blood pressure. In addition, anyone with a family history of renal problems, a medication that may have an adverse effect on the kidney, and someone with an unusual kidney structure is prone to Kidney diseases.

What are some of the treatments for kidney disease?

The most common treatments for Kidney diseases are: Medication Dietary and lifestyle changes Dialysis Kidney transplant

What tests are included in the Kidney care test package?

The Kidney care test package has a total of 57 tests. However, they are all divided into six distinct test groups. These are: Vitamin D - 25 Hydroxy (D2+D3) Cystatin C Complete Urine Examination Microalbumin /Creatinine Ratio - Urine Complete Blood test for Kidney Function Renal Profile/Renal Function Test (RFT/KFT)

What age demographic is most likely to be diagnosed with kidney disease?

The geriatric or older population is at the highest risk of being diagnosed with kidney disease.

How many stages are there of Chronic Kidney damage?

There are a total of 5 stages to Chronic Kidney Damage or CKD. They have described below: Stage 1 of CKD is mild kidney damage.  Stage 2 of CKD is mild loss of kidney function.  Stage 3 is a mild to severe decline of kidney function.  Stage 4 of CKD is an extreme decline in kidney function.  Stage 5 of CKD is close to complete Kidney dysfunction or failure.