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Gfr reported 43 recently. was >60 this summer. bun is 16 and creatnine is 1.41. i am sle patient. have ct w contrast tomorrow. is it safe?
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Yes: The use of contrast is usually safe at that level of kidney function.
Answered 11/13/2013
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See below: Ct with contrast can affect kidney function.Check with your kidney doctor, if the contrast is necessary it's accessing risk and benefits of knowing results.
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