Doctors may be missing early signs of kidney disease
Small changes in kidney function, even when test results fall within what doctors consider a normal range, may reveal who is likely to develop chronic kidney disease later in life.…
A simple blood test mismatch linked to kidney failure and death
A difference between two widely used blood tests for kidney health may serve as an early warning sign for serious outcomes, including kidney failure, heart disease, and death, according to…
Finally explained: Why kidney disease is so deadly for the heart
Scientists have uncovered a key reason why more than half of people with chronic kidney disease eventually die from heart-related complications. According to new research, damaged kidneys release a substance…
Hate BMW’s Massive Kidney Grilles? Blame This Concept Car
The big kidney grille that BMW introduced on the second-generation 4 Series was controversial from the start. It was a departure from the expected and turned off enthusiasts. BMW claimed…
Age matters: Kidney disorder indicator gains precision
Annual health checkups regularly include urine tests that serve several purposes, including checking for symptoms of kidney disease. The presence of albumin in the urine is one indicator as is…
Even low levels of arsenic in drinking water raise kidney cancer risk
New research findings from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health indicate that exposure to even low levels of arsenic poses significant health risks, including an increased risk of…
Diabetes medication class tied to lower risk of kidney stones
Type 2 diabetes is associated with increased risk of kidney stones, but some forms of treatment for this condition may also have the benefit of lowering risk of kidney stones.…