Most people do not experience symptoms until they have already lost a significant portion of their kidney function. The good news is that early detection of kidney stress gives you time to make changes that can slow or even halt the progression.
A basic health check might include a creatinine level, but on its own that number does not tell you very much. Our kidney health assessment goes deeper, using precision markers and clinical staging to give you a clear picture of how well your kidneys are functioning and whether early signs of damage are present.
We measure your eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate), which tells us how efficiently your kidneys are filtering waste from your blood. We also measure urine microalbumin and the albumin-to-creatinine ratio (ACR), which are among the earliest markers of kidney damage. These markers can detect stress on the kidneys long before symptoms appear and long before creatinine levels rise to abnormal levels. We also evaluate uric acid, which when elevated can contribute to both kidney damage and gout.
Crucially, we do not just report your numbers. We stage your kidney function using the CKD classification system (for example, G2 for mildly reduced function, A2 for mildly increased albumin excretion), placing your results in their proper clinical context so you understand exactly where you stand.
Your kidney findings are presented as part of your comprehensive Bio-Physical Profile report. You receive your eGFR with its CKD stage, your urine ACR with its albuminuria category, your uric acid level, and a clear risk category for kidney health (low, moderate, or high). Each result is accompanied by a written clinical interpretation explaining what it means for you.
If your kidney risk is elevated, your report includes specific dietary guidance (such as managing protein intake and reducing uric acid through diet), medication recommendations where relevant, and a follow-up testing schedule so you can monitor changes over time. Because kidney function is closely linked to blood pressure and blood sugar control, your report also shows how your kidney findings relate to your cardiovascular and metabolic results.
This assessment is valuable for anyone who wants a clear picture of their kidney health, but it is especially important if you have diabetes or high blood pressure, which are the two most common causes of kidney damage. It is also recommended if you take long-term medications including NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, or certain antibiotics, if you have a family history of kidney disease, or if you are over 50 and have never had your kidney function assessed beyond a basic blood test.
Kidney health is one of eight domains assessed in our Smart Whole Body Check-up. Your kidney function is closely linked to your cardiovascular health, metabolic status, and liver function. The check-up evaluates all of these together, so you can see how your kidney health fits into your overall risk profile and receive a clear, personalised action plan.
This assessment is part of our Smart Whole Body Check-up, which evaluates eight risk domains to give you a complete, personalised health profile.