Kidney Function Test (KFT)

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

What Is This Test?

A panel that measures urea, BUN, creatinine, eGFR, uric acid, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride), calcium and phosphorus to assess kidney function.

Why this test is performed?

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.

Who should take this test?

Swelling of feet or face, change in urine, high BP, diabetes, kidney stones, or people on long-term painkillers.

Test Preparation

No fasting needed.

What's included 12 parameters

Kidney Function Test (KFT) (12)
  • Blood Urea
  • BUN
  • BUN/Creatinine Ratio
  • Calcium
  • Chloride
  • Creatinine
  • eGFR
  • Phosphorus
  • Potassium
  • Sodium
  • Urea/Creatinine Ratio
  • Uric Acid
Medical disclaimer · for information only, not medical advice

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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