disease.
A family history of kidney failure.
People with diabetes generally need annual kidney checks. For other risk factors, ask your clinician how often testing is appropriate.
Which Tests Check Kidney Health?
Two important tests provide different information:
Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR): A blood test used to estimate how effectively your kidneys filter blood.
Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (uACR): A urine test that checks for albumin, a protein that can leak into urine when kidneys are damaged.
Abnormal results may require repeat testing and
