Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Does Kidney Level Of 43 Suggest?

My dr 1st told me that my kidney level was at 62 and that was good, but later that month I had blood work done and it had dropped to 52. When I came back in later that it changed so had me to redo new blood test. now 47. so he sent me back to be new test now at 43, now Friday he wants me to do new blood test. What should my level be and should I be worried?
Mon, 31 Aug 2015
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi.
Thank you for writing to HCM.

I think it would be better if you give me the name of the test that was used. There are a few tests like the Urea levels in the blood which can range from 40 to 60. The kidney function based on creatinine can also range for 40 % function to 60% function. I believe that your Doctor is going to test for creatinine levels again to determine if the kidney is functioning well or not.

Ideally a kidney function of 100% is needed. You will need dialysis at approximately 50% depending on the symptoms. Please confirm this with your Doctor or send me more details of your reports.

Hope this helps you.
Dr Vignan
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to kidney problems and comprehensive renal care, talk to a Nephrologist. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Does Kidney Level Of 43 Suggest?

Hi. Thank you for writing to HCM. I think it would be better if you give me the name of the test that was used. There are a few tests like the Urea levels in the blood which can range from 40 to 60. The kidney function based on creatinine can also range for 40 % function to 60% function. I believe that your Doctor is going to test for creatinine levels again to determine if the kidney is functioning well or not. Ideally a kidney function of 100% is needed. You will need dialysis at approximately 50% depending on the symptoms. Please confirm this with your Doctor or send me more details of your reports. Hope this helps you. Dr Vignan