Global healthcare infrastructure relies heavily on accurate biochemical diagnostics. The global creatinine test market ...

Kidney function in clinical practice is currently estimated using serum creatinine; although it is known to be an imperfect marker, as it is influenced by many factors that are independent o ...

A simple urine test may reveal kidney damage long before symptoms begin. Doctors say early detection can prevent dialysis and save lives.

Parents often give children packaged foods like biscuits, chips, and processed snacks for convenience or as treats. However, frequent consumption of these foods can damage the kidneys, a vital organ ...

A cohort study of 5607 patients with chronic kidney disease reveals that having more advanced disease, particularly higher proteinuria levels, is linked to an increased risk for cognitive impairment.

Advancing chronic kidney disease may raise risk of cognitive decline, with attention, memory and brain function impacted, new JAMA study reveals.

The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is a measure of how well your kidneys are removing waste from your blood, which can be determined using an estimated GFR (eGFR) test. The test gets its name from ...

Scientists from The University of Manchester and Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust have discovered that the combination of two biomarkers can reliably identify sarcopenia, a serious ...

Understanding your creatinine levels is important for monitoring kidney function. When you go for your yearly check-up, you’ll likely have a routine blood test for creatinine. In some cases, your ...

If you’ve ever taken creatine and worried it might be damaging your kidneys, the truth is a bit more nuanced. Creatine itself isn’t harmful, but it can elevate one key marker in your blood - ...

Amismatch between two common tests for kidney function may indicate a higher risk for kidney failure, heart disease, and death, a new study shows. Healthcare providers for decades have measured blood ...