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Kidney Health Test

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Common Symptoms of Impaired Kidney Function

Kidney disease often shows no symptoms in its early stages. As it progresses, however, symptoms may include:

  • Persistent fatigue and drowsiness, along with difficulty concentrating
  • Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite
  • Swelling or stiffness in hands and feet
  • Changes in urination frequency
  • Painful muscle cramps
  • Darkened skin tone

Early detection and management are key, as these symptoms indicate worsening kidney function.

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What Does DIYCare’s Kidney Test Measure?

  • Urine density, or specific gravity, measures solute concentration in urine, indicating hydration and kidney function. Deviations from normal levels may suggest dehydration, overhydration, or kidney issues.
  • Urinary protein, or proteinuria, is the presence of abnormal protein levels in urine, often indicating kidney damage or disease. Normally, healthy kidneys prevent significant protein loss in urine.
  • Creatinine, a waste product of muscle metabolism, serves as an indicator of kidney function. Produced from creatine, it’s filtered by the kidneys and excreted in urine.

DIYCare’s Kidney Test is a convenient, at-home kit designed for quick and easy assessment of kidney health, eliminating the need for lab processing. It tests for three key indicators—creatinine, protein, and urine density—using a simple urine sample. Results are displayed immediately by comparing the test strip to an easy-to-read color chart included in the package, giving users valuable insights into hydration levels, kidney function, and potential early signs of kidney issues.

 

About the Kidneys

The kidneys are vital organs responsible for filtering waste and excess water from the blood, producing urine in the process. Within each kidney, millions of tiny filtering units called nephrons perform this essential task. Most kidney diseases damage the nephrons, compromising their ability to filter blood effectively and produce urine.

 

Test Limitations

Certain medications can alter urine color, potentially affecting the color development on the test strip. This may obscure the reaction area or lead to a false positive by producing a misleading color change. If this occurs, it’s best to consult your doctor and consider retesting after completing the medication.

 

Protein: The test detects a minimum of 10-20 mg/dL of protein in urine. However, false negatives may occur if the urine is highly alkaline (pH 9). Cloudy urine samples can also make interpreting results difficult.

Specific Gravity: Specific gravity readings may be elevated in the presence of moderate protein levels (100-700 mg/dL) and can increase with higher glucose levels in the urine.

Creatinine: Low creatinine concentration in test results may indicate diluted urine.

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