thirsty-banner
Kidney Check
£74
One person dies every 25 minutes from kidney related disease known as the silent killer. You can lose up to 90% of your kidney function before experiencing any symptoms, that's why watching for signs of early impairment with a kidney function test is so important.
couple-laughing-as-they-prepare-to-canoe-i-screen

Keep your kidneys healthy

90% of individuals who have indicators of chronic kidney disease are largely unaware they have a potentially life threatening disease. Chronic kidney disease can be detected early with a kidney function test and managed appropriately which means deterioration in kidney function can be reduced by as much as 50% and may even be reversible.

The kidneys play a vital role in the daily workings of your body. Your blood supply circulates through the kidneys about 12 times every hour, and the kidneys make urine from excess fluid and unwanted chemicals or waste in your blood.

weights-tape-measure-and-supplements-on-table-healthily

The kidneys perform a number of key functions - when kidney function is impaired, this can be evident in the results of a kidney function test:

  • Cleaning blood – kidneys filter your blood to remove wastes and toxins.
  • Blood pressure control – kidneys keep your blood pressure regular.
  • Water balance – kidneys add excess water to other wastes, which makes your urine.
  • Vitamin D activation – kidneys manage your body’s production of this essential vitamin, which is vital for strong bones, muscles and overall health.

Bodybuilders and extreme athletes are more at risk of kidney failure due to high protein intake, excessive muscle breakdown from intense exercise, as well as anabolic steroid use.

What we test
Kidney Function
A blood test is used to find out the level of waste products in your blood and calculate what’s called your estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR).
This kidney function test measures:
Urine Protein
Protein in your urine may mean that your kidneys are not filtering your blood well enough, and blood in the urine can be a sign of kidney disease.
This urine test measures
Test instructions
instruction-collection
Your finger prick test kit and all instructions are posted directly to you, and there is no need to visit a collection centre.
instruction-food
Ensure you are properly hydrated before your test.
Ready. Set. Go!
for £74
You may also be interested in
Best seller
Lifestyle Check
16 tests included
£62
Get an insight into your risk of heart disease, liver function, kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. Take control and find out how you can prevent these becoming part of your future.
Learn More
Urine Check
3 tests included
£70
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract leading to an infection in the bladder or urethra. If untreated UTIs can lead to kidney infection, which is why early detection and management is important.
Learn More
Liver Function Check
6 tests included
£49
The liver is one of the largest organs in the body which has many important metabolic functions. Get an insight into how your lifestyle may be impacting your liver function, and stop liver disease becoming part of your future.
Learn More