CKD and anemia Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What do kidneys produce that is important for blood health?
A
Erythropoiten
- Singles bone marrow to produce red blood cells
2
Q
What could decreased EPO cause?
A
Anemia due to low RBC count
Not Aplastic anemia though.
3
Q
What is the normal rang of GFR?
A
60-120
4
Q
What GFR lab indicates kidney disease?
A
15-60
5
Q
What GFR lab indicates kidney failure?
A
0-15
