Kidney Function Test (KFT)
- Category
- Kidney
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
A panel that measures urea, BUN, creatinine, eGFR, uric acid, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride), calcium and phosphorus to assess kidney function.
Checks how well your kidneys filter waste and balance fluids and minerals. Recommended for people with diabetes, high blood pressure, swelling, kidney stones, or those on long-term medicines such as painkillers.
Swelling of feet or face, change in urine, high BP, diabetes, kidney stones, or people on long-term painkillers.
No fasting needed.
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People with diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, a family history of kidney disease, age over 60 or on long-term medicines — usually at least once a year.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 11–35 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.