eGFR Quick Guide (English)
What is eGFR?
Your estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) is a score that shows how well your kidneys are filtering waste from your blood. A high number is good; a low number indicates kidney damage.
How is it Measured?
eGFR is calculated using a simple blood test for creatinine, along with your age and sex. It's an estimate because a direct measurement is too complex for regular check-ups.
Main Risk Factors for Low eGFR
The main conditions that lead to a lower eGFR and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) are:
- Diabetes
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Disease
- Family history of kidney disease
Understanding Your eGFR Number
- eGFR 90+: Normal kidney function (but may have early kidney damage if other signs are present).
- eGFR 60-89: Mildly reduced kidney function.
- eGFR 30-59: Moderately reduced kidney function (Stage 3 CKD).
- eGFR 15-29: Severely reduced kidney function (Stage 4 CKD).
- eGFR below 15: Kidney failure (Stage 5 CKD), requiring dialysis or transplant.
This is a summary. For full details, please refer to the complete guide or speak with a healthcare professional.