Your kidneys sit below your rib cage, with one on each side of your body. These bean-shaped organs play a key role in your health. Here are some examples of the many functions kidneys play a part in: ...

Medically reviewed by Jamin Brahmbhatt, MD Key Takeaways Complement 3 glomerulopathy (C3G) is diagnosed with a combination of ...

In a world first, University of Ottawa scientists have introduced a metal-free MRI dye capable of mapping kidney function with unprecedented accuracy. This technique will modernize urology, allow for ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 73-year-old female. A recent blood test returned an eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) of 59. My physician’s nurse told me that the test was normal. When I asked her ...

With home testing options increasing more than ever, you now also have the ability to test for kidney function within the comfort of your own home. Learn more about our four best picks for at-home ...

Subtle abnormalities in kidney function – even within the range considered normal – may help identify people at risk of ...

Elevated blood levels of the protein cystatin C accurately predict higher risk of chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, and death among elderly people with no known kidney problems - risks ...

Diabetes affects how the body uses glucose, also known as blood sugar. It can mean that there is too much sugar in the blood. This can harm people in several ways. One serious complication is chronic ...