Acute renal insufficiency

What does "Acute renal insufficiency" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Acute renal insufficiency is a medical condition where the kidneys suddenly become unable to filter waste products from the blood. This can happen over a few hours or a few days. When the kidneys aren't working properly, dangerous levels of waste may build up in the body, leading to other health problems. It's often detected through blood tests showing high levels of certain chemicals that the kidneys are supposed to remove.

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