Abstract

CORRELATION OF LABORATORY PARAMETERS IN RENAL DISEASES (ACUTE KIDNEY DISEASE AND CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE) AT TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL

Maddula Bhanu Prakash*, Kurukuntla Pranitha, Nomula Akhila Reddy and Banoth Vikas Kumar

ABSTRACT

Acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are two distinct but interconnected kidney diseases that represent significant health challenges with substantial morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. The diagnosis and monitoring of AKI and CKD rely on a combination of clinical assessments and laboratory investigations. Among these investigations, three commonly used parameters are Glomerular filtration rate (GFR), Proteinuria and Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels. Understanding the correlation between these laboratory investigations in AKI and CKD can help identify reliable markers for the early detection, diagnosis, and monitoring of these conditions, enabling timely interventions and appropriate management strategies. Furthermore, exploring the correlation between these laboratory parameters and clinical outcomescan contribute to risk stratification and personalized treatment approaches for patients with AKI and CKD.

Keywords: Acute kidney injury, Chronic kidney disease, Serum creatinine, Glomerular filtration rate, Blood urea nitrogen, Proteinuria.