Kidney health
Plain-language guides on diabetes, kidney tests and seeing a kidney specialist. General information only, not individual medical advice.
When Should a Person With Diabetes See a Kidney Specialist?
Many people with diabetes are looked after well by a general physician or diabetologist. Certain findings suggest that a kidney specialist (nephrologist) should be involved.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kiran Kumar M., MD, DM Nephrology & Renal Transplantation2 min read
What Does Protein in the Urine Mean for Someone With Diabetes?
Healthy kidneys keep most protein in the blood. When a small amount of albumin, a type of protein, begins to leak into the urine, it can be one of the earliest signs that the kidney filters are under stress.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kiran Kumar M., MD, DM Nephrology & Renal Transplantation2 min read
Creatinine and eGFR: What Do Your Kidney Test Results Mean?
Creatinine and eGFR appear on almost every kidney report, yet they are often misread. Here is what each number tells your doctor, and what it cannot.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kiran Kumar M., MD, DM Nephrology & Renal Transplantation2 min read
Why Blood Pressure Control Matters in Diabetic Kidney Disease
Blood pressure and the kidneys influence each other. High pressure can damage kidney filters, and damaged kidneys can push blood pressure higher. Breaking this cycle is a central part of kidney care.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kiran Kumar M., MD, DM Nephrology & Renal Transplantation2 min read
What to Bring to Your First Kidney Assessment
A little preparation helps your doctor see the full picture on the first visit. If you do not have everything, you can still book.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kiran Kumar M., MD, DM Nephrology & Renal Transplantation2 min read
Understanding Urine Albumin Testing
A simple urine test can detect kidney stress years before symptoms. Knowing how it works helps you get an accurate result.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kiran Kumar M., MD, DM Nephrology & Renal Transplantation2 min read
Diabetes, Blood Pressure and Kidney Health: How They Are Connected
Diabetes and high blood pressure are the two most common causes of chronic kidney disease. They often occur together and multiply each other's effect on the kidneys.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kiran Kumar M., MD, DM Nephrology & Renal Transplantation2 min read
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