Kidney Topics

Learn how diabetes increases the risk of kidney disease. Understand the signs of kidney damage, prevention strategies, and treatment options.

Know your kidney numbers with two tests: eGFR (blood test) checks kidney filtration, and uACR (urine test) checks for protein. Early detection is key.

Contrast dyes used in tests like MRIs and CT scans can harm kidneys, especially in people with kidney disease. Learn how to reduce your risk.

Certain drugs, including painkillers, antibiotics, and illegal substances, can harm your kidneys. Always follow your healthcare provider's instru...

Learn more about kidney disease, your risk, and how to prevent it.

Learn about the urine albumin-creatinine ratio (uACR) test, which measures albumin and creatinine in urine to assess kidney health and detect potentia...

Life doesn’t change much after donating. After recovering from surgery, donors are able to return to work, physical activity and are able to eat a reg...

Ureteroscopy uses a small scope to diagnose and treat urinary tract issues, like removing stones. It's an outpatient procedure with a low risk of...