Understanding your creatinine levels is important for monitoring kidney function. When you go for your yearly check-up, you'll likely have a routine blood test for creatinine. In some ...

A 74-year-old man with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type 2 diabetes presented to our nephrology clinic for follow-up of diabetic kidney disease with a serum creatinine of 180 (reference range 59 ...

Why “normal range” doesn’t always mean healthy on your lab results Your doctor says everything looks fine, but you still feel terrible. The problem might not ...

In this analysis of patients with myeloperoxidase-ANCA-positive AAV, all urinary complement C3 fragment levels were elevated significantly compared with healthy controls (P <.01 for all).

But which numbers actually matter? Routine blood tests remain among the most important ways to track overall health, yet most people never learn what values physicians prioritize. Understanding key ...

Other than the telltale signs of weight changes, shifts in gut functions or the immune system may also indicate underlying thyroid issues.

Understanding eGFR and uPCR is vital for managing IgA nephropathy to predict kidney health, guide treatment, and work ...

Women above 30 face an increased risk of conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and hormonal imbalances. This makes annual ...

Properly sized, uncooked bone fragments are vital parts of a raw diet, and they are something a dog’s gut is designed to process. The low pH of the gut (i.e., acid) dissolves these uncooked bones, ...

A woman in her 60s with a history of atrial fibrillation, hypertension and dyslipidaemia was admitted to the Intensive Care ...

Background Mechanical compression from the ascending aorta on the left atrial anterior wall (LAAW) can cause low voltage ...

After the age of 40, many changes occur in men's health, increasing their risk of certain diseases. To address these challenges and live a healthy life, regular health checkups are crucial. Let's ...