DIAGNOSIS TEST FOR END STAGE

Diagnosis test for end stage renal failure are:

1. Urine test

2. Blood test

3. Imaginary test

4. Biopsy

5. Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate 

URINE TEST

It is importance to see if the kidneys are working properly. End stage renal usually contains protein ( albumin) . By collect urine within 24-hour period we can predict amount of urine produced. Low urine output usually happens for end stage renal failure.


BLOOD TEST

Commonly Ordered Blood Tests done is complete blood count; calcium, phosphorus, and parathyroid hormone; and potassium levels. Other than that, Blood Electrolytes test, the concentration of sodium, chloride, calcium, and potassium in the blood will be abnormal. Potassium, in particular, can quickly rise to dangerous levels. Beside other test such as Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) and Creatinine also can be done. End stage renal failure may also have excess creatinine and urea level in the blood.


RENAL IMAGING

The use of ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or computed tomography (CT scan) is importance to take pictures of the kidneys. These pictures will show whether urine flow is blocked or whether there is a change in the size of the kidneys.

KIDNEY BIOPSY

A small piece of kidney may be surgically removed and sent to a laboratory in order to find cause of kidney failure.


ESTIMATED GLOMERULAR FILTRATION RATE

Calculate the GFR based on gender, age, body size, and blood creatinine level can be done to determine which stage the patient are.

End stage patients also can download GFR calculator by download software from softpedia.com.  Or this link

http://www.softpedia.com/get/Windows-Widgets/System-Utilities/GFR-Calculator.shtml