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My kidney function shows a low estimated gfr level. what should i do?
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See Nephrologist: Depending on how low, and assuming it is a new finding (sounds like it), you should consult a kidney specialist to try to identify what is going on to prevent its worsening and hopefully improve it.
Answered 5/12/2013
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Low GFR level: You should ask your doctor to order a 24 hour urine for creatinine clearance and have blood taken when you drop off the urine at the lab. That is the way you will get an actual rather than an estimated gfr.
Answered 3/30/2013
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