The thresholds for kidney function currently used to diagnose chronic kidney disease (CKD) reflect a true increase in the ...

A simple blood test could reveal kidney disease earlier so more can be done to halt progression, while also allowing better ongoing management of kidney health by simpler monitoring. Nearly one-third ...

A mismatch between two common tests for kidney function may indicate a higher risk for kidney failure, heart disease, and death, a new study shows. Health care providers for decades have measured ...