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SDMA Flashcards

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SDMA

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A kidney excretory function biomarker from the proteolysis of proteins containing arginine. May help identifying renal disease before creatinine or urea

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Persistent elevation in SDMA

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If pt hydrated and urinating without azotemia, indicates reduced renal function and stage 1 CKD

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