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Kidney & Urinary Health
Question #18641
69 days ago
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normal range of kidney function test - #18641

Vivaan

I am really worried about my health right now. Last week, I went for a routine check-up, and my doctor mentioned that my kidney function test results were a bit off. I think they said something about the normal range of kidney function test results being different from mine. I couldn’t catch all the details because I was so stressed. I mean, I try to eat healthy, but I have been feeling really tired lately, and I’ve noticed some swelling in my ankles. The doc said they would run some more tests to see what's up, but now I'm sitting here freaking out a bit. What does it even mean when my levels are outside the normal range of kidney function test? Like, what are the normal numbers I should be aiming for? I did some quick googling and saw lots of conflicting info on what the normal range of kidney function test results should be, like is it different for age or gender? If anyone has experienced this or knows about it, I just want to understand what to expect. Are these kidney issues reversible or treatable? It just feels overwhelming, y’know?

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When it comes to kidney function tests, there are a few key markers that doctors usually look at. The one typically associated with measuring kidney performance is the glomerular filtration rate (GFR). For healthy adults, a normal GFR is generally considered to be 90 mL/min/1.73m² or higher, though it can vary with age. As people get older, it’s natural for GFR to decrease; hence, a slightly lower GFR might not be alarming for an older adult, whereas it might be concerning for a younger person. Another crucial test is serum creatinine. For most men, normal levels fall between 0.7 to 1.3 mg/dL, and for women, it’s often a bit lower, ranging from 0.6 to 1.1 mg/dL. These levels can indeed be impacted by factors including age, gender, and muscle mass.

Your symptoms like tiredness and ankle swelling could correlate with kidney function issues. It’s good that your doctor plans more tests as conditions for kidney concern range widely; from treatable acute kidney injury, often reversible with the right management, to chronic kidney disease (CKD) which requires long-term monitoring and treatment. The management might involve lifestyle adjustments, medications to tackle underlying causes like blood pressure or diabetes, and in some instances, dietary modifications. It’s crucial not to stress overly much right now, understanding your situation and what measures to undertake comes from those further tests. Maintaining open communication with your healthcare provider is key, and they’ll guide you on the correct path based on the results.

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