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Confirm Diagnosis

Re-measure the person for eGFR and urine ACR 3 months after initial assessment. Select results of both measurements to confirm diagnosis.

Select eGFR (ml/min/1.75m2) result:

 
 

Select urine ACR (mg/mmol​) result:

The person may have CKD.

Note: At least 2 out of 3 random urine ACRs must be elevated (≥ 3) within 3 months to confirm the presence of CKD.

Step 1: Perform a work-up Step 2: Refer to a nephrologist Step 3: Manage the patient

The person may have CKD and can be followed in primary care.

Note: At least 2 out of 3 random urine ACRs must be elevated (≥ 3) within 3 months to confirm the presence of CKD.

Step 1: Perform a work-up Step 2: Manage the patient Step 3: Monitor the patient

The person likely does not have CKD.

Note: At least 2 out of 3 random urine ACRs must be elevated (≥ 3) within 3 months to confirm the presence of CKD.

When should I follow-up with the person?

Select urine ACR result to confirm diagnosis.

Select eGFR result to confirm diagnosis.

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