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Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate
Alternative Names/Synonyms
eGFR, GFR
Laboratory
Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section
Biochemistry
Specimen Type
Refer to Creatinine
Test Code
MDRDS, MDRDP
Clinical Significance
Estimating renal function via the
Modification of Diet in Renal Disease Study equation
.
Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)
Refer to
Creatinine
Specimen Requirements (Volume (mL))
Refer to
Creatinine
Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)
Refer to
Creatinine
Sample Stability
Refer to
Creatinine
Cause for Rejection
Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance
Instrument, Methodology
Calculated
Test Availability
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Routine Turnaround Time
3 hours
Reference Ranges
>= 60 mL/min/1.73 m^2
In case of discrepancies, always interpret results using reference ranges as stated on laboratory reports and/or electronic patient chart.
Laboratory Contact Information
416-586-4800 extension 4688
Ordering Practices
Only available to ambulatory or outpatients.