Estimated GFR

Pathology category

Biochemistry

Code

GFR

Referral code

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Test information

Estimation of renal function from serum creatinine measurement in non acutely ill patients.

Please note: This calculation is not UKAS accredited. Quality control procedures are in place to verify the quality of results and are reviewed by a qualified Biomedical Scientist.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

>60 mL/min/1.73msq

Tube type

Tube type info

SST

Special requirements

Serum

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

N/A

TAT GP/Outpatient

24 hrs

Referral lab

Local, Clinical Biochemistry