Kidney Blood Test Archives - Vitalscan https://vitalscan.health/faq_category/kidney-blood-test/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:03:59 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Should I stop taking medication before the test? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/should-i-stop-taking-medication-before-the-test/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:03:59 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2349 Do not stop any prescribed medication before your test unless specifically instructed by your doctor. Some medications can affect kidney function, but stopping them without medical advice can be harmful. Bring a list of all medications you take to discuss with your healthcare provider when reviewing your results.

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]]> Do not stop any prescribed medication before your test unless specifically instructed by your doctor. Some medications can affect kidney function, but stopping them without medical advice can be harmful. Bring a list of all medications you take to discuss with your healthcare provider when reviewing your results.

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]]> Can dehydration affect kidney test results? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/can-dehydration-affect-kidney-test-results/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:03:38 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2348 Yes. Dehydration can temporarily elevate creatinine and urea levels. If you are dehydrated when your blood is taken, your results may not reflect your true kidney function. Make sure you are well-hydrated before your test.

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]]> Yes. Dehydration can temporarily elevate creatinine and urea levels. If you are dehydrated when your blood is taken, your results may not reflect your true kidney function. Make sure you are well-hydrated before your test.

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]]> Can kidney function improve? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/can-kidney-function-improve/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:02:43 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2346 In cases of acute kidney injury, kidney function can sometimes recover with treatment. Chronic kidney disease, however, is usually progressive and cannot be reversed. Early intervention can slow or stop further decline, which is why regular monitoring is important.

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]]> In cases of acute kidney injury, kidney function can sometimes recover with treatment. Chronic kidney disease, however, is usually progressive and cannot be reversed. Early intervention can slow or stop further decline, which is why regular monitoring is important.

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]]> What does high creatinine mean? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/what-does-high-creatinine-mean/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:02:16 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2344 High creatinine levels in the blood suggest that your kidneys are not filtering waste effectively. Creatinine is a waste product from muscle activity, and healthy kidneys remove it from the blood. Elevated creatinine is one of the key indicators of reduced kidney function.

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]]> High creatinine levels in the blood suggest that your kidneys are not filtering waste effectively. Creatinine is a waste product from muscle activity, and healthy kidneys remove it from the blood. Elevated creatinine is one of the key indicators of reduced kidney function.

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]]> How often should I test my kidney function? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/how-often-should-i-test-my-kidney-function/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:01:53 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2342 If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of kidney disease, annual testing is recommended. If you have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, your healthcare provider will recommend more frequent monitoring.

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]]> If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of kidney disease, annual testing is recommended. If you have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, your healthcare provider will recommend more frequent monitoring.

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]]> What are the symptoms of kidney problems? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/what-are-the-symptoms-of-kidney-problems/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:01:30 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2340 Early kidney disease often has no symptoms. As kidney function declines, symptoms may include swelling (particularly around the eyes, hands, or ankles), fatigue, changes in urination (frequency, colour, or amount), persistent lower back pain, high blood pressure, or nausea. Many people only discover kidney problems through routine blood testing.

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]]> Early kidney disease often has no symptoms. As kidney function declines, symptoms may include swelling (particularly around the eyes, hands, or ankles), fatigue, changes in urination (frequency, colour, or amount), persistent lower back pain, high blood pressure, or nausea. Many people only discover kidney problems through routine blood testing.

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]]> Do I need to fast before a kidney function test? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/do-i-need-to-fast-before-a-kidney-function-test/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:01:04 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2338 No. You do not need to fast before a kidney function blood test. You can eat and drink normally before your appointment.

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]]> No. You do not need to fast before a kidney function blood test. You can eat and drink normally before your appointment.

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]]> Can I test my kidney function at home? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/can-i-test-my-kidney-function-at-home/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:00:42 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2336 Some at-home finger-prick blood tests are available, but kidney function testing is most accurate when performed by a qualified professional using a venous blood sample. Our clinic offers fast access to professional testing with results reviewed by qualified clinicians.

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]]> Some at-home finger-prick blood tests are available, but kidney function testing is most accurate when performed by a qualified professional using a venous blood sample. Our clinic offers fast access to professional testing with results reviewed by qualified clinicians.

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]]> What is a normal eGFR level? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/what-is-a-normal-egfr-level/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:00:17 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2334 A normal eGFR is 90 or above. Values between 60 and 89 may be normal depending on age and other factors, but an eGFR below 60 for three months or more can indicate chronic kidney disease. Your healthcare provider will interpret your eGFR in the context of your overall health.

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]]> A normal eGFR is 90 or above. Values between 60 and 89 may be normal depending on age and other factors, but an eGFR below 60 for three months or more can indicate chronic kidney disease. Your healthcare provider will interpret your eGFR in the context of your overall health.

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]]> What blood test checks kidney function? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/what-blood-test-checks-kidney-function/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:59:50 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2331 A kidney function blood test typically measures creatinine, eGFR, urea, sodium, and potassium. These markers together give a clear picture of how well your kidneys are filtering waste and maintaining balance in your body.

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]]> A kidney function blood test typically measures creatinine, eGFR, urea, sodium, and potassium. These markers together give a clear picture of how well your kidneys are filtering waste and maintaining balance in your body.

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