New insights into kidney function tests suggest using creatinine and cystatin C together may lower the risk of kidney failure ...

A mismatch between two common tests for kidney function may indicate a higher risk for kidney failure, heart disease, and ...

Chronic kidney disease or CKD, is a condition that builds over time, as a result of inappropriate kidney function. The ...

A mismatch between two common tests for kidney function may indicate a higher risk for kidney failure, heart disease, and death, a new study shows.

Doctors at New York University say two new studies show that they are a significant step closer to making cross-species kidney transplants a real option in the near future.

HOUSTON -- Two commonly used kidney function tests had a large degree of disagreement and were linked with serious health outcomes in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), according to a ...

A mismatch between two common tests for kidney function may indicate a higher risk for kidney failure, heart disease, and death, a new study ...

Chronic kidney disease develops silently. Kidneys filter waste, but when they weaken, toxins build up. This impacts the heart ...

Other risk factors for kidney disease include chronic infections, autoimmune disorders, and certain genetic variants. The new ...

As people age, so do their kidneys.1 The average decline in renal function is approximately 1 mL/min/year after 30 years ...

The kidney is one of the body's most vital organs, responsible for filtering waste, balancing electrolytes and maintaining overall health. Any impairment to its function can lead to serious and often ...

This article was reviewed by Darragh O’Carroll, MD. Understanding Blood Tests: How They Work and What They Can Tell You Blood ...