Use CKD-EPI not MDRD for e-GFR formula
It should be used in patient that creatinine might not be the best for eGFR calculation.
Reflex from abnormal urinalysis results.
Rule out autoimmune kidney disease.
Rule out SLE.
To evaluate kidney damage.
Rule out multiple myeloma.
Rule out Goodpasture syndrome
If glucose elevated, therapy management.
Rule out hypertension.
Rule out hepatitis B.
Rule out hepatitis C.
Rule out HIV infection.
Use CKD-EPI not MDRD formula for e-GFR
It should be used in patient that creatinine might not be the best for eGFR calculation.
Alternative to Comprehensive Metabolic Panel.
Assist evaluation of a potential donor for kidney transplantation
Not recommended as an individual test. Use creatinine clearance or urine 24 hour
Rule out liver disease.
Usually ordered with creatinine or renal functional panel.
Mostly used in chronic kidney disease in transplant patients.
Rule out heavy metal poisoning
Rule out HTLV infection.
Rule out HTLV infection.
Rule out lead poisoning.
Rule out mercury poisoning.
Rule out nickel exposure.
Usually used as an alternative test to urine culture, or if urine culture is negative.