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EGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) is a measure of how well the kidneys are working in filtering waste from the blood. The normal eGFR for adults is usually more than 90, but it declines with age even in people without kidney disease. A very low eGFR may indicate kidney failure. An eGFR test is used to evaluate kidney function, clinically. eGFR is an estimated number based on a blood test and age, sex, body type, and race. For patients younger than 40 years, CKD is defined by eGFR below 75 mL/min/1.73m2, for patients with ages between 40 and 65 years, CKD is defined by 60 mL/min/1.73m2. It is essential to know the cause of kidney disease and check the kidney function to plan treatment in case an eGFR falls below 60 for three months or more.
Transferrin saturation is a medical laboratory value that is measured as a percentage. It is the ratio of serum iron concentration and total iron-binding capacity expressed as a percentage. Transferrin saturation is used to detect iron deficiency or overload in the body. Transferrin saturation values of less than 20% suggest iron deficiency, while those of more than 50% indicate iron overload. If transferrin saturation is high, it may be a sign of hemochromatosis, a condition in which the body absorbs too much iron. Transferrin saturation is influenced by liver disease and inflammation, and other tests should be performed to confirm a diagnosis.
Mean platelet volume (MPV) is a test that measures the average size of platelets in the blood. Platelets are small cells that help with blood clotting to stop bleeding when there is an injury. An MPV blood test can indicate the cause of bleeding disorders and also identify some types of cancers. The normal range for MPV is between 7.5-11.5 fL, and a high MPV means that platelets are larger than average which can indicate various health conditions. A patient with an MPV beyond the range of 7.2-11.7 fL should be carefully evaluated, especially for arterial diseases. MPV is often included in blood tests, and it can be used to diagnose various health conditions depending on the level of the MPV.
