Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
8
Duration
10 min
Results
48 hours
Kidney function assessment measuring creatinine, urea, and electrolytes. Calculates estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) for chronic kidney disease staging. At 218 CZK (~9 EUR), a focused renal assessment at a fraction of Western European pricing.
This panel provides the core biomarkers for assessing kidney function and detecting chronic kidney disease (CKD). Creatinine is a breakdown product of muscle creatine phosphate, filtered by the kidneys at a relatively constant rate. Serum creatinine concentration, combined with age, sex, and ethnicity in the CKD-EPI equation, yields the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) — the primary metric for kidney function staging. CKD staging by eGFR follows international KDIGO guidelines: Stage 1 (normal, ≥90 mL/min), Stage 2 (mildly decreased, 60-89), Stage 3a (mildly-moderately decreased, 45-59), Stage 3b (moderately-severely decreased, 30-44), Stage 4 (severely decreased, 15-29), Stage 5 (kidney failure, <15). An eGFR below 60 sustained for three or more months defines CKD stage 3, which affects an estimated 10% of adults over 65. Urea (blood urea nitrogen) provides complementary information — it rises in dehydration, high-protein diets, gastrointestinal bleeding, and catabolic states as well as renal impairment. The creatinine-to-urea ratio helps distinguish pre-renal causes (dehydration) from intrinsic renal disease. Electrolytes (sodium, potassium) are regulated by the kidneys and become deranged in advanced CKD. Hyperkalaemia (elevated potassium) is the most dangerous acute electrolyte disturbance — it can cause cardiac arrhythmias and is a common trigger for emergency dialysis initiation. Regular kidney function monitoring is particularly important for patients with diabetes (the leading cause of CKD), hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and those taking nephrotoxic medications (NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, aminoglycosides). At 218 CZK (~9 EUR), this focused renal panel is accessible for routine screening. Blood draw and serum separation are included.
Key Details
- Biomarkers
- 4
- Results
- 2 days
- Price
- 218 CZK (~€9)
Who Is This For?
Kidney health screening, diabetes monitoring, hypertension check, medication monitoring
What's Included
Preparation Required
No strict fasting required. Adequate hydration recommended for accurate creatinine measurement.
Panel Categories
Biomarkers Tested
8The most abundant protein in blood, produced by the liver. Albumin maintains blood volume and pressure, and transports hormones, vitamins, and drugs. Low levels indicate liver disease, kidney disease, malnutrition, or chronic inflammation.
A waste product from normal muscle metabolism, filtered by the kidneys. Blood creatinine levels reflect kidney filtration capacity. Elevated levels may indicate impaired kidney function, dehydration, or excessive muscle breakdown.
A protein produced by all nucleated cells at a constant rate, filtered by the kidneys. Cystatin C is a more accurate marker of kidney function than creatinine because it's less affected by muscle mass, age, and diet.
An estimated measure of how well your kidneys filter waste from the blood. It's calculated from creatinine levels, age, sex, and race. eGFR is the primary marker used to stage chronic kidney disease.
A metal found in canned foods, solder, and industrial materials. While small amounts of inorganic tin are relatively non-toxic, high levels can cause gastrointestinal irritation. Organotin compounds are more toxic and affect the immune and nervous systems.
A waste product from protein breakdown, processed by the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Elevated urea levels can indicate kidney dysfunction, dehydration, high-protein diet, or gastrointestinal bleeding.
A waste product from the breakdown of purines (found in certain foods and body cells). High levels can form crystals in joints (gout) or kidneys (kidney stones). Also associated with cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome.
218 CZK all-inclusive (blood draw + serum separation included).
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood (venous draw)
- Duration
- 10 min
- Results
- 48 hours