Question 1

need advice and knowledge on these blood tests readings. 1.1 creatinine. gfr 88. upon research, those are concerning for decline in kidney function. how serious do you take these blood test results when overall healthy?

Accepted Answer

Context: Is critical as well as dynamics. Isolated values cannot be interpreted in a meaningful way otherwise. The values you mention would not be acted upon unless clear indication clinical or non clinical of a trend. Your PCP has the best 360 view of your situation and should be involved in the conversation.

Question 2

blood test results showed elevated liver enzymes and elevated kidney function. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Need for evaluation: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking a history, physical examination, looking at the actual lab results and may be additional studies. Lab results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is in the best position to do that.

Question 3

i donated blood yesterday, will this affect the results of a liver/kidney function blood test i am getting done next week?

Accepted Answer

Should not: Donating blood is not likely to affect your liver or kidney function tests. Thank you for donating!

Question 4

second blood test done for kidney function creatinine to be tested again. result borderline what does this mean as doc wants another test in 1month?

Accepted Answer

Just follow it: Anything from having had an old kidney infection to taking ibuprofen to having some damage from hypertension can raise creatinine. If you're a fitness buff, you can run a bit high for a woman. Best to get a few baseline creatinines while you're still young. Best wishes.

Question 5

good evening doctors. if immunofixation blood test results indicate no monoclonal proteins were found, does this rule out renal multiple myeloma? does it rule out renal kidney amyloydosis?

Accepted Answer

: It only rules out primary amyloidosis or AL amyloidosis. Take care.

Question 6

why does my urine sample reveal a normal sample, with no protein, sugar or blood when my kidney function has decreased dramatically.(as per previous blood test)asymptomatic of any kidney problems.i follow a fasting diet.can this impact results?

Accepted Answer

: It is very common and entirely normal for urinalysis to be entirely normal in people with reduced kidney function, even when quite advanced. Diet is not likely to make any difference. Discuss with the doctor(s) providing care for this problem. Good luck.

Question 7

i routinely have high urea nitrogen and bun/creatinine ratio blood test results. this combined with frequent peeing at night and puffy hands/face in the morning and occasionally during the day make me wonder if i have a kidney problem. ?

Accepted Answer

Maybe yes...: ...but the answer depends on the numbers. Certainly these symptoms could go along with significantly abnormal kidney function, but it's the actual BUN and creatinine numbers that tell the story. Ask another question that includes those lab test results, as well as calculated creatinine clearance, if that was reported with the creatinine result. Or just ask your doctor.

Question 8

can a kidney function blood test determine whether i have stones or kidney damage. i have frequent pain on my right side front side & back constantly?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A urinalysis typically will have blood. A serum blood test for BUN and creatinine will tell if you have damage such as hydronephrosis.

Question 9

do i need to fast for a kidney function blood test?

Accepted Answer

No: Creatinine and BUN will change very little if you are non-fasting.

Question 10

in the kidney function blood test can thc show up?

Accepted Answer

See below: Usually it is a urine test. One would have to specifically test for thc...It is not part of the kidney function panel.

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Need advice and knowledge on these blood tests readings. 1.1 creatinine. gfr 88. upon research, those are concerning for decline in kidney function. how serious do you take these blood test results when overall healthy?

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Blood test results showed elevated liver enzymes and elevated kidney function. what does this mean?

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I donated blood yesterday, will this affect the results of a liver/kidney function blood test i am getting done next week?

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Second blood test done for kidney function creatinine to be tested again. result borderline what does this mean as doc wants another test in 1month?

A member asked:

Good evening doctors. if immunofixation blood test results indicate no monoclonal proteins were found, does this rule out renal multiple myeloma? does it rule out renal kidney amyloydosis?

A member asked:

Why does my urine sample reveal a normal sample, with no protein, sugar or blood when my kidney function has decreased dramatically.(as per previous blood test)asymptomatic of any kidney problems.i follow a fasting diet.can this impact results?

A member asked:

I routinely have high urea nitrogen and bun/creatinine ratio blood test results. this combined with frequent peeing at night and puffy hands/face in the morning and occasionally during the day make me wonder if i have a kidney problem. ?

A member asked:

Can a kidney function blood test determine whether i have stones or kidney damage. i have frequent pain on my right side front side & back constantly?

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Do i need to fast for a kidney function blood test?

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In the kidney function blood test can thc show up?

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