Race Adjustment for Estimating Glomerular Filtration Rate Is Not Always Necessary

Race Adjustment for Estimating Glomerular Filtration Rate Is Not Always Necessary

Background: Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is very important in clinical practice, although it is not adequately tested in different populations. We aimed at establishing the best eGFR formulas for a Brazilian population with emphasis on the need for race correction. Methods: We evaluat...

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Main Authors: Juliana A. Zanocco, Sonia K. Nishida, Michelle Tiveron Passos, Amélia Rodrigues Pereira, Marcelo S. Silva, Aparecido B. Pereira, Gianna Mastroianni Kirsztajn
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Karger Publishers 2012-12-01
Series:Nephron Extra
Subjects:
Biomarkers
Creatinine clearance
Glomerular filtration rate
Glomerulonephritis
Online Access:http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/343899

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