Kidney Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first line investigation for proteinuria?
A
Urine albumin creatinine ratio
2
Q
Why test bicarbonate in kidney disease?
A
Acidosis is common in advanced CKD
3
Q
What might haematuria indicate?
A
When seen with proteinuria may suggest underlying glomerulonephritis
4
Q
What is eGFR?
A
Estimated glomerular filtration rate.
5
Q
Why would you do a full blood count and iron levels in CKD
A
Advanced CKD might develop anaemia of chronic disease
6
Q
Why would you complete bone profile tests?
A
Patients with advanced CKD may develop Elevated phosphate leveleand secondary hyperparathyroidism
7
Q
Why would you complete an a autoimmune screen in CKD
A
If you suspect glomerulonephritis
