Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) is a common clinical index used to reflect
kidney function. Normal GFR range is 90-120 mL/min/1.73m2 . And for kidney
disease patients, they usually have low GFR and the lower the GFR is, the
severer the illness condition is. Improved GFR always means remission of kidney
disease, so almost all the kidney disease patients are eager to know how to
improve GFR naturally.
To improve GFR naturally, kidney disease patients can try Chinese herbs which
have function to extend blood vessels, fight against inflammation, fight again
coagulation and degrade extracellular matrix. When blood vessels are extended,
blood flow in kidney increases,which help to improve GFR effectively. We know
with decreased GFR, blood clots are formed easily and anticoagulation function
can help to prevent the forming of blood clots,and this helps to make the blood
vessels unobstructed. With no obstruction and extended blood vessels, blood flow
into kidney more smoothly. In this way, GFR can be improved. Besides, Chinese
herbs also can supply the injured glomerular filtration membrane nutrient
substances, which in some ways contributes to the repairing of filtration
membrane. When injured membrane is repaired, filtration membrane enlarges and
much more blood can be filtered within limited time.
Kidney failure can not be cured, and for patients with kidney failure, their
GFR can not be increased to the normal range, because these dead kidney
intrinsic cells can not be revived. However, as long as GFR is improved
effectively, kidney failure patients have chance to avoid dialysis or kidney
transplant. GFR can not be improved when all the kidney tissues are necrotic, so
it is necessary for kidney failure patients to size the chance to improve GFR
before all their kidney tissues are necrotic completely.
We also have many other natural therapies such as Medicated Bath,Acupuncture.If you are interested in our therapies to improve GFR,email to
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Glomerular filtration rate
Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is a test used to check how well the kidneys
are working. Specifically, it estimates how much blood passes through the tiny
filters in the kidneys, called glomeruli, each minute.
How the Test is Performed?
A blood sample is needed. For information on how this is done,
The blood sample is sent to a lab, where the creatinine level is tested. The lab specialist uses combines your creatinine level with several other factors to estimate your glomerular filtration rate (GFR). Different formulas are used for adults and children. The formula will include some or all of the following:
· Age
· Creatinine measurement
· Gender
· Height
· Race
· Weight
Why the Test is Performed?
The GFR test measures how well your kidneys are filtering a waste called creatinine, which is produced by the muscles. When the kidneys aren't working as well as they should, creatinine builds up in the blood.
Your doctor may order this test if there are signs that your kidneys are not working properly. It may also be done to see how far kidney disease has progressed.
The test is recommended for people with chronic kidney disease and those at risk for it due to:
· Diabetes
· Family history of kidney disease
· Frequent urinary tract infections
· Heart disease
· High blood pressure
· Urinary blockage
According to the National Kidney Foundation, normal results range from 90 - 120 mL/min/1.73 m2. Older people will have lower normal GFR levels, because GFR decreases with age.
Levels below 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 for 3 or more months are a sign of chronic kidney disease. A GFR result below 15 mL/min/1.73 m2 is a sign of kidney failure and requires immediate medical attention.
Considerations
The creatinine clearance test, which involves a 24-hour urine collection, can also provide an estimate of kidney function. However, this method is not always accurate.
GFR can increase during pregnancy.
How the Test is Performed?
A blood sample is needed. For information on how this is done,
The blood sample is sent to a lab, where the creatinine level is tested. The lab specialist uses combines your creatinine level with several other factors to estimate your glomerular filtration rate (GFR). Different formulas are used for adults and children. The formula will include some or all of the following:
· Age
· Creatinine measurement
· Gender
· Height
· Race
· Weight
Why the Test is Performed?
The GFR test measures how well your kidneys are filtering a waste called creatinine, which is produced by the muscles. When the kidneys aren't working as well as they should, creatinine builds up in the blood.
Your doctor may order this test if there are signs that your kidneys are not working properly. It may also be done to see how far kidney disease has progressed.
The test is recommended for people with chronic kidney disease and those at risk for it due to:
· Diabetes
· Family history of kidney disease
· Frequent urinary tract infections
· Heart disease
· High blood pressure
· Urinary blockage
According to the National Kidney Foundation, normal results range from 90 - 120 mL/min/1.73 m2. Older people will have lower normal GFR levels, because GFR decreases with age.
Levels below 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 for 3 or more months are a sign of chronic kidney disease. A GFR result below 15 mL/min/1.73 m2 is a sign of kidney failure and requires immediate medical attention.
Considerations
The creatinine clearance test, which involves a 24-hour urine collection, can also provide an estimate of kidney function. However, this method is not always accurate.
GFR can increase during pregnancy.
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