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New England Journal of Medicine· 2013Q1

Cystatin C versus Creatinine in Determining Risk Based on Kidney Function

Michael G. Shlipak, Kunihiro Matsushita, Johan Ärnlöv, Lesley A. Inker et al.

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Measuring cystatin C alongside creatinine identifies more individuals with reduced kidney function (eGFR < 60 ml/min/1.73 m²) and improves risk prediction for death and end-stage renal disease compared to creatinine alone.

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Field: Nephrology

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