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What Do These Glomerular Filtration Rate Values Indicate?

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Posted on Mon, 27 Jun 2016
Question: I have a MDRD GFR 2 reading of 91.7 and a MDSRD GFR1 reading of 75.8.
I am 68 caucasian female what do these numbers mean?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (2 hours later)
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These are equation which are used for estimation of glomerular filteration rate which signifies kidney function. The modification of diet in renal disease (MDRD) study eqaution is used for that purpose and other one is chronic kidney disease epidemiology collaboration (CKD-EPI) these are the most widely used for GFR estimation
It should be greater than 60ml/min/1.73m2.
These equations incorporate serum creatinine, age , gender and ethinicity. They are used for diagnosing and monitoring treatment of renal diseases, adjusting dosage of meds excreted through kidneys and monitoring in renal transplants.

Hope it helps
Thanks.

please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action

Wishing you best of health

Dr M.S Khalil
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What Do These Glomerular Filtration Rate Values Indicate?

Brief Answer: Explained Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome Your concern is appreciated These are equation which are used for estimation of glomerular filteration rate which signifies kidney function. The modification of diet in renal disease (MDRD) study eqaution is used for that purpose and other one is chronic kidney disease epidemiology collaboration (CKD-EPI) these are the most widely used for GFR estimation It should be greater than 60ml/min/1.73m2. These equations incorporate serum creatinine, age , gender and ethinicity. They are used for diagnosing and monitoring treatment of renal diseases, adjusting dosage of meds excreted through kidneys and monitoring in renal transplants. Hope it helps Thanks. please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action Wishing you best of health Dr M.S Khalil