Microalbuminuria | Causes, Symptoms, Treatment What is microalbuminuria? Microalbuminuria is a condition where there is a small increase in the amount of albumin protein in your urine. It can be an ea...
Are the Kidneys the Same Size? No. The left kidney is (probably) slightly bigger than the right one. One study showed the left side had an average renal length of around 11.2 cm, whereas the right-sid...
Functions of the Kidneys 3: Acid-Base Balance How the kidneys keep blood pH stable Acid–base balance is essential for normal body function. Even small changes in blood pH can affect enzymes, hea...
My eGFR is 59: Do I Have Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? If you’ve just received a blood test result showing an eGFR of 59 ml/min, the first thing to do is take a deep breath. Whilst this number t...
