Kidney Function Tests (KFTs) are a group of blood and urine tests used to assess how well your kidneys are working. The kidneys are vital organs responsible for filtering waste products, balancing electrolytes, regulating fluid volume, and producing hormones.
KFT measures the concentration of waste products and electrolytes to determine if the kidneys are efficiently performing their tasks, primarily filtering the blood, as measured by GFR, and reabsorbing necessary substances.
The following tests are commonly included in KFTs, often as part of a Health Checkup Panel or Basic Metabolic Panel.
1. Serum Creatinine (Cr): Creatinine is a waste product generated by the normal breakdown of muscle tissue. It is released into the blood at a relatively constant rate and is filtered out entirely by the kidneys. Because it is constantly produced and primarily filtered by the kidneys, its level in the blood is the most specific indicator of kidney function.
2. Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Urea is the waste product formed when protein is metabolized by the liver. It is then transported to the kidneys for excretion. BUN is less specific than Creatinine because its level can be influenced by factors outside the kidney (e.g., high protein diet, dehydration, liver disease).
Augmentum Diagnostics offers reliable KFT screening, utilizing methods that meet the rigorous standards of NABL Accreditation. KFTs are a group of essential blood and urine tests that assess your kidneys' ability to filter waste and maintain chemical balance.
