What is the most important parameter to diagnose kidney disease in type 2 diabetic patients?
In this video, Dr. Vinod Mittal, Senior Diabetologist, Delhi Heart and Lung Institute, will discuss the important parameter to diagnose kidney disease in type 2 diabetes patients. The important parameter is urine albumin creatinine ratio or microalbuminuria test known as overt proteinuria. He will discuss the normal and abnormal values to arrive at a diagnosis. One more important test he will talk is eGFR which is estimated glomerular filtration rate.
Dr. Vinod Mittal
A disciplined, dedicated and a very competent senior diabetologist. Private practice for more than 20 years with special interest in diabetes care, education, and research. Director of Delhi Diabetes Care Center located in Karol Bagh (Delhi). He is a Senior Consultant Diabetologist at Delhi Heart & Lung Institute.
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