WHAT IS ESTIMATED GLOMERULAR FILTRATION RATE (EGFR)?

WHAT IS ESTIMATED GLOMERULAR FILTRATION RATE (EGFR)?

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Posted on 27th September, 2023 at 5:45:11 AM

Dr. Ritesh Kauntia
Dr. Ritesh Kauntia
MBBS, MD (GEN.MED.), DNB (Nephrology)

EGFR is the best test to measure the level of kidney function and determine the stage of kidney disease. It can be calculated from blood creatinine level, age, body size and gender. Various calculators are available for same. Low eGFR means your kidneys are not working as well as they should be and needs evaluation. 

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