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How can I check the functioning of my kidneys?
I am 40 years old and I have been on diabetes medication for the last 6 years. I am told that diabetes can have an impact on kidneys in the long run. How can I check the functioning of my kidneys?
6 Answers
Urine and blood tests need to be performed by your PCP
Need CBC
Chempanel
HgA1c
U/A and urine culture
You can go to a general practitioner and do a full physical with lab work that includes a urine test to look for protein in the urine and blood test that includes a basic metabolic panel that will show your kidney function. Protein in the urine shows diabetes is affecting the kidneys.
By doing blood work, mainly serum creatinine level. Normal level should be less than 1.0. Your doctor can order a serum creatinine level. Also, you may need to check urine for micro albumin, too.
Blood tests with your doc
Ask you doctor to do renal panel and urine for proteins.