Chronic Kidney disease (CKD) i s a public health problem and the ninth leading cause of deaths in the elderly population worldwide. CKD can have a variety of clinical presentations depending on the stage of the disease, etiological factors, and the patient’s age. In addition to routine laboratory studies, detailed patient history and physical examination are essential in diagnosing the disease. Investigations should include calculation of the estimated glomerular filtration rate, measurement of albumin levels, and analysis of radiologic tests, including CT, MRI, and radionuclide scans.
Disease staging is also a critical step in predicting the disease prognosis and deciding the effective treatment regimen. Here's a patient education kit on CKD and its diagnostic approach. To download the kit, please click here! In your opinion, which of the following test gives more precise information…
