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eGFR & Kidney Health Blog

In-depth articles on eGFR, CKD stages, creatinine, kidney-friendly living, and reading your lab results.

Understanding Results

eGFR 45 Meaning: CKD Stage 3a, Risks and Next Steps

Learn what an eGFR of 45 means, how it fits CKD stage 3a, which tests and risk factors matter, and what to discuss with your healthcare provider.

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Understanding Results

eGFR 30 Meaning: CKD Stage 3b and What to Do Next

What an eGFR of 30 means, how it relates to CKD stage 3b, why medication review matters, and which follow-up tests are commonly considered.

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Understanding Results

Why Did My eGFR Drop Suddenly? Temporary and Chronic Causes

A sudden eGFR drop can reflect dehydration, illness, medicines, or a real change in kidney function. Learn what to check and when to seek medical care.

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Understanding Results

eGFR 90 Meaning: Is It Normal Kidney Function?

Find out what an eGFR of 90 means, when it is considered normal, why urine albumin still matters, and how to monitor kidney function over time.

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Understanding Results

eGFR 15 Meaning: CKD Stage 5 and Kidney Failure Range

What an eGFR of 15 means, why it falls in the kidney failure range, which symptoms require urgent care, and how clinicians plan next steps.

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Understanding Results

Normal eGFR Range by Age: What Is a Good Kidney Function Number?

See typical eGFR values by age, understand why averages decline over time, and learn why age alone cannot diagnose chronic kidney disease.

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Calculation

Pediatric eGFR: Schwartz Formula for Children's Kidney Function

How kidney function is estimated in children with the Bedside Schwartz formula, why adult eGFR equations do not apply, and how to interpret pediatric eGFR.

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Calculation

eGFR vs GFR: Estimated vs Measured Kidney Function

The difference between eGFR and measured GFR, how each is determined, why eGFR is an estimate, and when doctors measure true GFR or use cystatin C.

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Diet & Lifestyle

Can You Improve eGFR? Diet, Lifestyle & Medical Options

Whether eGFR can go back up depends on the cause. Learn which lifestyle, diet, and medical steps can stabilize or improve eGFR, and when reversal is possible.

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