How bad is a GFR of 45?

Most G.F.R. readings that fall below 60 in older adults remain in the 45 to 59 range, considered a modest reduction in kidney function. Most of these seniors will not have protein in their urine or other evidence of kidney damage.

What stage is 45 GFR?

Stage 3A Moderate CKD (GFR = 45-59 mL/min) Stage 3B Moderate CKD (GFR = 30-44 mL/min) Stage 4 Severe CKD (GFR = 15-29 mL/min) Stage 5 End Stage CKD (GFR <15 mL/min)

What happens when GFR drops?

A decrease or decline in the GFR implies progression of underlying kidney disease or the occurrence of a superimposed insult to the kidneys. This is most commonly due to problems such as dehydration and volume loss. An improvement in the GFR may indicate that the kidneys are recovering some of their function.

Should I worry if my GFR is 46?

A GFR of 60 or higher is in the normal range. A GFR below 60 may mean kidney disease. A GFR of 15 or lower may mean kidney failure.

Is a GFR of 46 bad?

An estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) of 46 and 47 milliliters per minute per 1.73 meters squared is consistent with Stage 3 chronic kidney disease (CKD).

What does a GFR of 46 mean?

Is a GFR of 40 bad?

A GFR number of 60 or higher is still considered to be within the normal range. A GFR number under 60 can mean you may have kidney disease. A GFR number of 15 or less may mean kidney failure.

What does a GFR of 49 mean?

If your estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is 49 milliliters per minute per 1.73 meters squared and has been so for at least three months, then that qualifies as Stage 3 chronic kidney disease (CKD).

What level of GFR indicates kidney failure?

Is GFR 48 bad?

An estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) of 48 milliliters per minute per 1.73 meters squared, means that you may have Stage 3 chronic kidney disease. It is not end stage kidney disease.