In people with GFR <60 ml/min/1.73 m2 (GFR categories G3a-G5) or markers of kidney damage, review past history and previous measurements to determine duration of kidney disease.1
- If duration is >3 months, CKD is confirmed. Follow recommendations for CKD.1
- If duration is not >3 months or unclear, CKD is not confirmed. Patients may have CKD or acute kidney diseases (including acute kidney injury (AKI)) or both and tests should be repeated accordingly.1