
Only about 40% of individuals with diabetes get their kidney function tested annually.
Why is the evaluation of glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and Urinary Albumin Creatinine Ratio (UACR) of critical importance for people with diabetes?
- Evaluate if peritoneal or hemodialysis is necessary for the individual.
- Determine best anti-hypertensive and glucose pharmacotherapy.
- Protect against immune mediated renal complications.
- Slow the progression of chronic kidney disease development.
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