Filtering the Story on Cystatin C - Grand Rounds SJHH

Presented by: Dr. Richard Hae

Objectives:
• Review the history of cystatin C and its use in estimating GFR
• Review the recent evidence to support the use of cystatin C in select populations
• Discuss some of the barriers to the widespread use of cystatin C
• Discuss a practical approach to the ordering and use of cystatin C

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