GFR With Creatinine in Chennai

What Does a GFR With Creatinine Test Measure in Chennai?

This comprehensive kidney function assessment measures two key components:

• Serum Creatinine: The amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle activity, in your blood
• Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): The rate at which your kidneys filter blood, calculated using creatinine levels along with your age, gender, and race
• Kidney filtration efficiency: How effectively your kidneys remove waste and excess water from your blood
• Early kidney damage detection: Identifies kidney problems before symptoms appear

Who Should Consider a GFR With Creatinine Test?

This test is recommended for various groups of people who may be at risk for kidney problems:

• People with diabetes: High blood sugar can damage the kidney blood vessels over time.
• Individuals with high blood pressure: Hypertension can harm kidney function.
• Those with heart disease: Cardiovascular conditions increase kidney disease risk.
• People with a family history of kidney failure: Genetic factors play a role in kidney health.
• Adults over 40 years: As part of routine preventive health condition screenings.
• Patients taking certain medications: Some medicines can affect kidney function.
• Individuals with symptoms: Such as swelling, changes in urination, or persistent fatigue.

What Is the Purpose of a GFR With a Creatinine Test?

The GFR with creatinine test serves as a crucial tool for early detection and monitoring of kidney disease. This test helps identify kidney problems in their initial stages when treatment can be most effective, supports proper medication dosing for patients with kidney impairment, and enables doctors to monitor disease progression and treatment response over time.

GFR With Creatinine Test Booking & Reports – Metropolis Healthcare India

How to Book a GFR With Creatinine Test With Metropolis Healthcare in Chennai?

1. Simple Online Booking
   Booking can be done through the Metropolis Healthcare App or website. Select the 'GFR With Creatinine Test' in Chennai, choose a convenient time slot, and provide your address for a blood test at home. You can also visit the nearest Metropolis Lab if you prefer to give the sample directly at the lab.
2. Safe Home Sample Collection
   Our trained phlebotomists ensure the timely collection of your sample while strictly following all safety and hygiene protocols.
3. Sample Tracking Updates
   Stay informed at every step. From collection to testing, you can track your sample directly through the Metropolis Healthcare website.
4. Accurate Laboratory Testing
   Your sample is processed at our NABL & CAP accredited laboratories, where expert technicians ensure accurate results.
5. Quick & Easy Reports
   Receive your test reports promptly via email, WhatsApp, or by downloading them directly from the Metropolis Healthcare website or app.

How Long Does It Take to Get the GFR With the Creatinine Test Report from Metropolis Healthcare in Chennai?

Reports are usually available within 6 hours once the sample reaches the pathology lab.

Note: Reporting time may vary depending on your location.

Where Can I View or Collect My GFR With Creatinine Test Results?

Test results from Metropolis Healthcare can be accessed through multiple convenient channels. You can log in to the Metropolis website using your credentials or use the Metropolis Healthcare App to view and download your reports. Additionally, test reports are sent via email or WhatsApp, and you also have the option to collect a physical copy directly from the lab.

Is Home Sample Collection Available for the GFR With Creatinine Test in Chennai Near Me?

Yes, Metropolis Healthcare provides home blood sample collection for the GFR with creatinine test in Chennai. Our trained phlebotomists visit your location at your preferred time, ensuring safe and hygienic blood sample collection. This doorstep service eliminates the need to travel to a pathology lab, making kidney function testing more accessible.

Guide to Interpreting GFR With Creatinine Test Results

What Your GFR With Creatinine Test Results May Indicate

The following table provides guidance on understanding your test results and what different values may suggest about your kidney function:

What Preparations Are Needed for a GFR With Creatinine Test?

The GFR with creatinine test requires minimal preparation, making it convenient for most patients:

• No fasting required: You can eat and drink normally before the test.
• Continue regular medications: Unless specifically advised otherwise by your doctor.
• Inform about medications: Tell your doctor about any drugs you're taking.

GFR With Creatinine Tests/Packages That You Can Book With Metropolis Healthcare

Metropolis Healthcare offers several related kidney function tests that complement the GFR with creatinine test:

GFR With Creatinine Test Prices Across Different Cities

The cost of a GFR with a creatinine test may vary depending on your location. Here's a table showing the approximate prices in different cities: