Kidney function tests (KFT / RFT)
Chronic kidney disease is rising rapidly in India, driven mainly by diabetes and high blood pressure. Kidney damage causes no pain in early stages, so regular blood and urine tests are the only way to catch it in time.
- Swelling of feet or face
- Foamy or reduced urine
- Diabetes or high BP
Recommended tests
- Creatinine₹300
- BUN₹300
- Uric Acid₹350
- Electrolytes₹800
- Urine Routine₹150
- Calcium₹350
Quick answer
Kidney function is checked with Serum Creatinine, Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN), Uric Acid, Serum Electrolytes and a Urine Routine test. People with diabetes or high blood pressure should take these tests at least once a year.
When should you get tested?
- Swelling of feet or face
- Foamy or reduced urine
- Diabetes or high BP
- Frequent painkiller use
- Kidney stones
Good to know
- Test kidney function every year if you have diabetes or high blood pressure.
- Avoid unnecessary painkillers — they can harm the kidneys.
- Protein in the urine is often the earliest sign of kidney damage.
Recommended kidney health tests
Serum Creatinine Test
The most widely used blood test to check how well your kidneys filter waste.
- 1 parameter
- No fasting
- Same day
₹300
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test
Measures urea nitrogen in blood to assess kidney function and hydration.
- 1 parameter
- No fasting
- Same day
₹300
Serum Uric Acid Test
Detects high uric acid that can cause gout, joint pain and kidney stones.
- 1 parameter
- No fasting
- Same day
₹350
Serum Electrolytes Test (Sodium, Potassium, Chloride)
Measures sodium, potassium and chloride — vital for fluid balance, nerves, muscles and heart rhythm.
- 3 parameters
- No fasting
- Same day
₹800
Urine Routine Examination (Complete Urine Test)
A 19-parameter physical, chemical and microscopic urine check for infection, kidney disease and diabetes.
- 19 parameters
- No fasting
- Same day
₹150
Serum Calcium Test (Total Calcium)
Measures total calcium in blood — important for bones, muscles, nerves and the parathyroid glands.
- 1 parameter
- No fasting
- Same day
₹350
Or get everything in one checkup
An 11-test full body checkup covering blood count, diabetes (FBS + HbA1c), liver, kidney, thyroid, cholesterol and urine.
Essential Health Wellness Package
An 11-test full body checkup covering blood count, diabetes (FBS + HbA1c), liver, kidney, thyroid, cholesterol and urine.
11
Tests
61
Parameters
24h
Reports
- CBC
- Glucose Fasting
- HbA1c
- LFT
- Electrolytes
- Creatinine
- BUN
- Uric Acid
₹2,499
Kidney Function Tests – FAQs
Which tests are included in a kidney function test?
Serum creatinine, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), uric acid and electrolytes, usually along with a urine routine test.
Is fasting required for a kidney function test?
No fasting is required for creatinine, BUN, uric acid or electrolytes.
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Medical disclaimer: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a qualified doctor to interpret your results and before starting or changing any treatment.