test Overview

Usually, most kidney diseases show no symptoms and sings. Thereby, test is the main way to make an diagnosis which helps you to find how your kidneys are doing. If you are at risk of kidney disease, you are suggested to take regular tests for kidneys. The risk factors of kidney diseases include diabetes, hypertension, heart problems and a family history of kidney disease.

What can you expect from tests for kidney disease:

· Whether kidney disease happened suddenly or has been happening over a long time.
· Which treatment is best to help slow kidney damage.
· When to begin dialysis or have a kidney transplant.
· How well treatment is working.
· What is causing the kidney damage.

Even you have got the diagnosis of kidney disease, testing is also important. It helps you and your doctor monitor your kidney conditions.

High blood pressure is a leading cause for kidney disease, therefore, it is important to keep your blood pressure checked regularly. Keep your blood pressure at or below your target to help protect your kidneys.

If you have diabetes, get checked every year. If you have other risk factors, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or a family history of kidney failure, talk to your provider about how often you should be tested.

Early and regular tests are suggested for: the earlier your know your kidney conditions, the sooner you can get a proper treatment to prevent or delay the development of further kidney function decline.