Understanding Severe GFR Levels: What is Considered Critical?

Learn about severe GFR levels and their implications for kidney health. Discover what a GFR below 30 means for patients.

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Severe GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate) is considered to be below 30 mL/min/1.73 m². A GFR in this range indicates significant kidney impairment, often leading to the need for dialysis or kidney transplant.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is a normal GFR level? A normal Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) is typically considered to be 90 mL/min/1.73 m² or higher, indicating that the kidneys are functioning well.
  2. What GFR level indicates kidney disease? A GFR level below 60 mL/min/1.73 m² for three months or more may indicate chronic kidney disease.
  3. What are the stages of kidney disease based on GFR? Kidney disease is classified into five stages based on GFR levels, with Stage 1 being a GFR of 90 mL/min/1.73 m² or higher and Stage 5 (severe) being a GFR below 15 mL/min/1.73 m², which indicates kidney failure.
  4. What are the symptoms of low GFR? Symptoms of low GFR can include fatigue, swelling in the legs and ankles, decreased appetite, and changes in urination patterns.

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