Glomerular filtration rate (GFR)

ByBrian “Weence” Bateman

A measure of kidney function that estimates the rate at which blood is filtered through the glomeruli in the kidneys, indicating how well the kidneys are functioning.

Glomerular filtration rate (GFR): A measure of kidney function that estimates the rate at which blood is filtered through the glomeruli in the kidneys, indicating how well the kidneys are functioning.

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Brian “Weence” Bateman is a health and medical writer who covers public health updates, healthcare policy, and medical developments affecting communities across the United States. He works closely with dentists and healthcare providers and focuses on making complex medical information clear, accurate, and useful for everyday readers.