Scientists have engineered a "universal" kidney that can be accepted by any patient, regardless of blood type, which could drastically reduce waiting times for organ transplants.

The researchers compare the enzymes to scissors working on the molecular scale: By snipping off part of the type A antigen ...

Even "normal" kidney test results may mask hidden risks if theyre unusually low for your age and sex, signaling higher ...

High-protein diets are everywhere in the fitness world, but health experts say too much protein may put extra strain on your ...

Kidney disease often creeps in silently, and many patients aren’t diagnosed until major damage is already done. New research ...

The relationship between chronic kidney disease and heart conditions is well documented. Studies show that the severity of cardiovascular complications is correlated with the stage of kidney failure.

Scientists have identified a key reason why more than half of people with chronic kidney disease eventually die from heart-related conditions. New evidence shows that damaged kidneys release a ...

Currently, patients who have had a kidney transplant must take a cocktail of pills every day for the rest of their lives. These standard immunosuppressants prevent the immune system from attacking the ...

As scientists uncover the hidden threads linking kidney dysfunction and heart failure, patients may soon benefit from earlier diagnoses and targeted treatments that could save lives. It's imperative ...

A fast-aging fish is giving scientists a rare, accelerated look at how kidneys grow old—and how a common drug may slow that ...

A cheap supplement could help protect against pesky winter viruses, including this season's new 'super flu,' a study from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in California suggests.

Understanding your creatinine levels is important for monitoring kidney function. When you go for your yearly check-up, you'll likely have a routine blood test for creatinine. In some ...