If your vet has ever mentioned a ‘raised sdma result’ when talking about your pet’s results or you’re just curious to know more, read on. As long as your veterinarian uses an idexx reference lab, the idexx sdma test for early detection of kidney disease is included in the blood panel for no additional charge You’ll still be charged for the regular bloodwork, but your cat (or dog) will automatically be tested for kidney disease when their bloodwork is run through idexx. Sdma stands for symmetric dimethylarginine Sdma is an amino acid produced in the body when protein is broken down and then excreted through the kidneys Idexx sdma algorithm an elevated sdma* concentration is a reflection of impaired glomerular filtration rate (gfr)
Both primary kidney disease and secondary kidney insults, such as concurrent disease, can cause an elevation in sdma concentration Follow this algorithm to investigate elevated sdma concentrations and determine whether acute, active, or chronic injury is occurring and how to. Idexx’s new sdma blood test is a simple way for veterinarians to screen for and spot early signs of kidney disease in your cat or dog, while there is time to do something about it Think of it this way, you probably get your cholesterol tested every year If the cholesterol is too high, your doctor recommends a lifestyle plan.
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