A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure where a healthy kidney from either a living or deceased donor is implanted into a recipient whose kidneys are no longer functioning properly.

Different Types of Kidney Transplant

To assess kidney function, two key tests are commonly used:

Albumin to Creatinine Ratio: This test measures the amount of albumin in your urine to evaluate kidney health.

Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): This test estimates how well your kidneys are filtering blood and determines the stage of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD):

• Stage 1: eGFR 90 or Greater
• Stage 2: eGFR between 60 and 89
• Stage 3: eGFR between 30 and 59
• Stage 4: eGFR between 15 and 29
• Stage 5: eGFR less than 15

For patients with end-stage kidney disease, options for waste removal include dialysis or a kidney transplant, both of which aim to prolong life and enhance quality of life. A kidney transplant involves the intricate process of transferring a healthy kidney to a recipient in need.