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What is Urinary KIM-1 as AKI Marker in COVID-19 about?

The study investigates urinary kidney injury molecule-1 (uKIM-1) as a potential biomarker for subclinical acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients with mild to moderate COVID-19. Results show significantly higher uKIM-1 levels in proteinuric patients compared to non-proteinuric patients and controls, indicating proximal tubule injury even in the absence of AKI. The findings suggest that COVID-19 may directly affect kidney function, highlighting the importance of monitoring uKIM-1 levels in affected patients.

Author

Fercee Primula

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EN