GFR

Noun

Meaning

GFR (plural GFRs)

(physiology) Initialism of glomerular filtration rate.

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Examples

Constriction of the afferent arterioles causes a decrease in the intraglomerular pressure, reducing GFR proportionally. Source: Internet

Between 1996 and 2008 there was a trend to initiate dialysis at progressively higher estimated GFR, eGFR. Source: Internet

Patients starting on an ACE inhibitor usually have a modest reduction in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) that stabilizes after several days. Source: Internet

However, when an ostrich experiences dehydration for at least 48 hours (2 days), this value diminishes to only 25% of the hydrated GFR rate. Source: Internet

Avoid use of aliskiren with PRINIVIL in patients with renal impairment (GFR Source: Internet

Glomerular filtration rate (GFR): The GFR is a standard means of expressing overall kidney function. Source: Internet

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