Acute kidney injury

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden decline in kidney function over a short period, usually a few hours to a few days. Due to its rapid onset, it is not easily detected. This is because the normal renal function tests; serum creatinine and glomerular filtration rate, only reflect the problem in later stages of AKI. Novel biomarkers have been discovered which help to manage the kidney injury, and to prevent renal failure. At Flow Cytometry Centre, we utilise these biomarkers to better assist the diagnosis and treatment of the patient.