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BLOOD, URINE
Both
Above 10 years
Kidneys are a vital organ that help expel urine from the body. They filter approximately a cup of blood every two minutes and remove the waste through urine.
In the cases of kidney dysfunction, the body begins accumulating fatal toxins that disrupt the healthy chemical balance. Over time, the kidneys stop working altogether, giving rise to uremia. This can result in either acute or chronic kidney failure.
Acute kidney failure begins abruptly without causing any symptoms. On the other hand, chronic kidney failure slowly progresses over a span of three to five months before causing end-stage renal disease.
Since the symptoms of kidney failure resemble other medical conditions, it's important to notice the early signs to acquire a complete kidney diagnosis. The symptoms of kidney dysfunction depend on the underlying cause giving rise to the condition.
The main symptoms of acute kidney failure comprise:
The primary symptoms indicating chronic kidney failure include the symptoms of acute failure. Other signs of chronic kidney failure are:
Kidney dysfunction can result from various conditions from primary renal disorders such as IgA nephropathy, polycystic kidney disorder, focal segmental glomerulosclerosis etc., to systemic diseases. These systemic conditions include diabetes, high blood pressure, multiple myeloma, lupus, interstitial disease, neoplasms and cystitis.
Kidney dysfunction can also occur due to a sudden accident causing injury in the kidney and increasing creatinine or urea.
After a thorough analysis of the patient's existing symptoms, doctors recommend a kidney function test for a comprehensive understanding. The primary tests included in the examination are:
Depending on the cause of kidney dysfunction, doctors recommend suitable treatments. In treating kidney dysfunction, the doctor aims to remove the underlying causes of kidney failure.
It focuses on age, medication allergies, preferences and the patient’s overall health. Various kinds of treatments can include medications, diet restrictions, monitoring of vital parameters, and dialysis for extreme dysfunction.
Apollo 24|7 provides access to prompt kidney diagnosis through online test scheduling and home delivery of results with affordable kidney function test prices. It offers a certified digital healthcare platform with experts for sample collection and advanced technology for complex assessments.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Amitava Ray, Family Physician, Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata.
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The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results