The role of the laboratory in evaluation of kidney function. Clin Chem 1991 Jun;37(6):785-96
Date
06/01/1991Pubmed ID
2049843Scopus ID
2-s2.0-0025911918 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 34 CitationsAbstract
Evaluation of kidney function by physical examination alone is imprecise and limited. Quantitative, reproducible assessment of kidney function required laboratory measurements of substances in plasma and urine, followed by reliable interpretation. Thus, glomerular filtration, urine protein excretion, water metabolism, and electrolyte disturbances may be quantified. These data are very useful in the single and serial assessment of patients with kidney disease and in evaluation of the effects of treatment.
Author List
Cohen EP, Lemann J JrMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
CreatinineElectrolytes
Female
Glomerular Filtration Rate
Humans
Kidney Diseases
Kidney Function Tests
Laboratories, Hospital
Male
Proteinuria
