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Master Class on Hyperkalemia Present it as a Live Education Event Microsite on Hyperkalemia (For You & Your Patients Vaccinations and Dial...

Tests and procedures,

Medical professionals,

Glomerular filtration rate

Six Common Myths About Kidney Disease

You may be surprised to learn just how common kidney disease is. In fact, one in seven American adults today is living with some level of kidney disea...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Tests and procedures,

Healthy habits,

Sugar and Your Kidneys

Take one quick look at the food labels on common grocery items and it becomes rather obvious that Americans consume large quantities of sugar.

Tests and procedures,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diet and nutrition,

Healthy habits,

Food and drink,

Blood sugar management,

Sugar and sugar substitutes

5 Signs Your Kidneys or Heart Could be in Trouble

Heart and kidney disease often start silently. Learn 5 key warning signs, from puffy eyes to high cholesterol, and take charge of your health today!

Tests and procedures,

Diseases and conditions,

Diagnostic, screening, and imaging tests,

Cardiovascular disease,

High blood pressure,

What the Color of Your Urine Means

Urine color shows health clues. Clear/pale yellow means hydrated. Dark yellow suggests dehydration. Pink/red see a doctor. Foamy urine may indicate ki...

Tests and procedures,

What You Should Know About Blood Lipids

Blood lipids, including cholesterol and triglycerides, are fats that affect heart health. Maintain healthy levels through diet, exercise, and medicati...

Tests and procedures,

Diseases and conditions,

High cholesterol

Kidney Biopsy

A kidney biopsy removes a small tissue sample to diagnose kidney disease or assess transplant function, using a needle or open surgery for collection.

Tests and procedures,

Kidney biopsies

Ureteroscopy

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...

Tests and procedures,

Diagnostic, screening, and imaging tests,

Cystatin C

Cystatin C is a protein made by your body. Healthy kidneys keep its level balanced. High levels of cystatin C in your blood might mean your kidneys ar...

Tests and procedures,

Glomerular filtration rate

Contrast Dye and the Kidneys

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.

Tests and procedures,

Diagnostic, screening, and imaging tests,