Description
Also known as:
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR)
Estimated GFR
Glomerular Filtration Rate
Calculated Glomerular Filtration Rate
cGFR
Creatinine with EGFR test is for people suffering from:
Symptoms of serious kidney disease and kidney failure
Main purpose of the Creatinine with EGFR test:
To determine if the kidney is functioning properly
Sample Required:
Blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm
Test Preparation Required:
In some cases, the person will be asked to fast and not eat or drink any liquids other than water for a number of hours before the test
Review of ongoing medications and supplements by the doctor.
