Oct 8, 2024 · A simple blood and cost-effective urine test, where eGFR and protein levels in urine are determined by a primary care physician, "have a high prognostic value and can help …

May 22, 2025 · Wysham: Can you provide a definition of CKD in type 2 diabetes? Billings: “CKD in type 2 diabetes” refers to the gradual loss of kidney function due to prolonged high blood …

According to kidney expert Dr Joel Topf, albuminuria is a better prognostic indicator of kidney function than eGFR.

Mar 6, 2025 · What's the relevance of this? In the blood, around 40% of calcium is bound to proteins such as albumin. Abnormal albumin levels can make total calcium levels appear too …

Jun 27, 2023 · A ban on the use of plasma from blood donated in the UK to manufacture albumin treatments has been lifted, enabling the UK further to reduce its reliance on imported plasma …

Jul 30, 2025 · Researchers have found a way to rejuvenate the glycocalyx, the “sugar shield” that bolsters the blood-brain barrier. Exciting neurodegenerative therapies could follow.

Apr 28, 2009 · Laboratory Tests Additional laboratory testing was performed to investigate the cause of the elevated liver enzyme levels. A complete blood cell count revealed a mild …

Aug 11, 2025 · In hospitalized patients with acute kidney injury and liver cirrhosis, baseline and peak levels of serum cystatin C can predict renal recovery and inhospital mortality, respectively.

Nov 3, 2025 · Continuous glucose monitoring can identify unrecognized hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia in dialysis patients, challenging reliance on A1c for diabetes management.

Jul 20, 2022 · Practice should more often heed FDA-recommended rosuvastatin dosages for patients with severe chronic kidney disease and step up monitoring for renal safety in such …