KEEP Screening
Do you or your family members have high blood pressure, diabetes or both conditions? Then now is the time to get tested for kidney disease. 1 in 8 people have kidney disease or are at risk of developing it, but most people don't know they have it until they need to go on dialysis. Take action before it's too late, it could save your life.
Kidney Early Evaluation Program
The Kidney Early Evaluation Program is a free health screening service offered by the NKF Serving the Delaware Valley for individuals 18 years of age or older at increased risk of developing kidney disease.
If you have high blood pressure or diabetes, or a parent, grandparent, brother or sister with diabetes, high blood pressure or kidney disease you should attend.
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Screening is Free!
Upcoming Schedule
- 3/27/10, United Baptist Church 1401 Walnut St. , Harrisburg, PA - 800-697-7007
- 4/24/10, Jewish Community Center of Allentown 702 N. 22nd St., Allentown, PA - 800-697-7007
The KEEP screening includes the following:
- Blood pressure and weight measurements.
- Consultation with medical professional to discuss blood pressure, glucose and urinalysis results.
- Blood and urine tests for signs of diabetes and kidney disease.
The following tests will be conducted:- Blood glucose check (blood sugar)
- Urine dipstick test for hematuria (red blood cells)
- Urine dipstick test for microalbumin (protein)
- Urine dipstick test for pyuria (white blood cells)
- Hemoglobin check (blood test for anemia)
- Serum creatinine (measures kidney filtration of blood)
- Glomerular filtration rate calculated
- Lipid panel
- Calcium test
- Phosphorus test
- PTH test
Information and educational materials will be on hand at screening.
For a schedule of the next available screenings in your area, contact Rachel N’Diaye at 215-923-8611 or Rachel.ndiaye@kidney.org
