A 76-year-old with CKD G4 and albuminuria presents to clinic. According to KDIGO 2024, which statement is correct?...

Question

A 76-year-old with CKD G4 and albuminuria presents to clinic. According to KDIGO 2024, which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

CKD classification uses Cause, GFR category (G1-G5), and Albuminuria category (A1-A3)

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CKD is staged by eGFR only

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Albuminuria is optional in staging

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CKD requires dialysis to be diagnosed

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Albuminuria categories are based on 24-hour urine only

us-abim MCQ (SBA): CKD Classification