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- Checking your kidney function.
- Test for suspected kidney failure.
- Health check for your kidney status.
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Health check The kidney test, is designed to offer you a comprehensive insight into your kidney function and salt balance, especially if you suspect or are worried about kidney failure. The kidneys are important organs that play a crucial role in cleaning the blood of waste products and regulating the fluid balance in the body through the production of urine. The kidney test includes analyzes of several markers related to your kidney function, including eGFR (cystatin C), creatinine, sodium, cystatin C, albumin, phosphate, chloride, calcium and potassium to ensure a thorough assessment of your kidney health.
Why should I choose the kidney scan?
The kidneys perform critical functions in the body, and suspected kidney failure requires extra attention. With Njurkollen, you can quickly detect potential abnormalities at an early stage, which is crucial for taking immediate action and promoting long-term kidney health.
For those who suspect kidney failure, the Kidney scan provides a deeper understanding of kidney function. By analyzing markers such as eGFR (cystatin C) and creatinine, we offer molecular insight that helps you make informed decisions about your health, regardless of your current situation. When the kidneys fail, they lose their ability to effectively cleanse the body of harmful substances and excess fluid. Normally, these substances and excess fluid would be eliminated through the urine, but in kidney failure this process is disrupted.
The kidney check extends beyond a regular kidney check by including a detailed analysis of sodium, chloride, calcium and potassium. This comprehensive salt balance analysis provides a comprehensive picture of your body function and supports the optimization of fluid and electrolyte balance - an important aspect in the management of kidney failure.
Where are the kidneys?
The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located in the lower back above the waist. The kidneys sit on each side of the spine and are part of the upper abdominal cavity. Normally, the right kidney is slightly lower than the left, due to the position of the liver on the right side of the body.
Check the kidneys for back pain?
In some cases, especially with kidney inflammation or kidney stones, there may be pain in the back or flank, which is the area between the ribs and the hip on the side of the back where the kidneys sit. It is important to note that pain is not always a clear symptom of kidney failure, especially in the early stages where a check of your kidney values can be used as a preventative measure. If you suspect problems with your kidneys or experience any of these symptoms, it is best to seek medical help for a proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Proteins are specific nutrients made up of several combined amino acids. In the body, there are over 10,000 different proteins that form the building blocks of all tissues and other body parts and are used in several important processes such as forming cells, enzymes and hormones.
ALB
Albumin
Albumin is a protein from the liver that keeps fluid in the bloodstream. In kidney disease, albumin can leak into the urine, resulting in lower albumin levels in the blood and swelling of the body. Low albumin can also indicate poor nutritional status.
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The markers of the kidney tests measure values of various kidney markers that can provide answers as to whether you have reduced kidney function. Get answers to your values - order and make an appointment for a blood test.
CYS
Cystatin C
Cystatin C is a protein produced by all cells in the body and filtered by the kidneys. Measuring cystatin C levels can give an indication of kidney function.
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PO4
Phosphate
Phosphate is an additive, it often appears in combination with, for example, sodium and calcium which form salts - these are called phosphates.
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CL
Chloride
Chloride is an electrolyte that is important for normal cell function and regulation of fluid and salt balance in the body. It is part of the stomach's hydrochloric acid and contributes to food digestion.
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CR
Creatinine
Creatinine is formed in your muscles when the body breaks down creatine phosphate (the muscles' energy reserve). The kidneys' job is to filter creatinine.
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EGF
eGFR Cystatin C
eGFR is a marker of kidney function, a low eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) may indicate impaired kidney function.
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Minerals are non-organic compounds that are used as building blocks to build up parts of the body.
CA
Calcium
Calcium is important for muscles, nerves and heart. We get calcium from dairy products, leafy vegetables and nuts. Vegetarians and vegans can get added calcium from alternatives to milk.
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K
Potassium
Potassium is an important mineral for body function, especially for muscle cells. A small part of the total amount of potassium is found in body fluids, and when the potassium level is measured, it is measured in the fluid around the blood cells.
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NA
Sodium
Sodium is a mineral that we get in our diet through, for example, meat, fish and cereals, as well as ordinary table salt, which consists of sodium chloride.
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Before visiting a reception for sampling, you need to do the following:
Activate referral and select reception
To activate your referral, simply follow the instructions that you will receive via email after completing the purchase. The email contains an activation code, by clicking on the link in the email you enter the flow to fill in any information, activate the referral and select reception in the sample answer service zample.
Before the sampling
- Rest for 15 minutes in place on the sampling unit.
- Bring valid identification.
The referral is available digitally at the sampling unit after you activate it, follow the instructions you receive via email. Here you can read our guidelines before taking samples.
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How does it work?
Get control of your health - four simple steps
1. Order a health check
Choose a health check or create your own by adding optional health tests to your cart.
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2. Activate the referral
After payment, you will receive an activation code via email. Log in via "My test results" or click on the link in the email, and use the code to activate the referral and choose reception.
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3. Leave the blood sample
You visit the chosen reception to do your test. Your referral is valid for 5 months after activation.
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4. Test answers and statement
You will receive your test answers within 1-5 working days, the test answers are received continuously. Once all test results are received, they are reviewed and issued by a doctor.
Why Testmottagningen.se?
With us you always get:
Qualitative analysis
To offer you the highest possible quality and service we collaborate with accredited laboratories and trained healthcare personnel.
Lowest possible price
Our vision is that as many people as possible should have the opportunity to improve their health. That's why we always strive to keep prices low.
Your needs – your choice
With us, you can always choose freely among all our health markers and design your own personal health check based on your needs.
Quick test results – reviewed by doctors
Within 1-5 working days you will receive your test results, these are reviewed and assessed by a doctor. In the event of significantly deviating test answers, you will be called. You can also make an appointment with a doctor for a personal review.
Add the health check or tests you want to carry out to the shopping cart, go to checkout and choose the payment option that suits you. After completed payment, we will send an email with an activation code for your referral. You use the activation code in the sample response service "My journal" to activate the referral and select the reception where you want to leave your samples.
Read moreWe collaborate with Sweden's leading laboratories, Unilabs, Karolinska and Synlab, as well as sampling clinics at Encia so that you as a customer get the highest possible quality. This is where you go for sampling performed by their experienced staff. The analysis is performed by authorized personnel at Unilabs, Synlab and Karolinska.
Read moreTo create your own referral select the specific markers you want to test for in the shopping cart. When you complete your purchase, a separate referral is created based on your choices.
Read moreIt usually takes 1-5 working days to get your test results, these are sent to you continuously as the analysis is done. The doctors comment will appear in the final report when all test results have been received, provided it is included in your analysis.
Read moreNo, blood tests do not replace contact with the healthcare system, which together with medical history, clinical examinations and possible blood tests can make a diagnosis.
Read moreYes, you can buy all tests and health checks with us for another person. After you complete a purchase, you will receive an email with an activation code. The activation code is not personal, which means that you can give the activation code to any person. The person who is to use the code needs to have a Swedish social security number or a valid reserve number.
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