@jeanice Welcome to Mayo Connect. We're glad you found us, and you will find out that we are a pretty diverse group of people. It's pretty scary to have a new condition to worry about, isn't it? Thank you for looking into our community here, and asking for help! I hope the experiences we share with you will help ease your mind.

I was diagnosed over 10 years ago with kidney disease, but didn't really do anything in my diet to help it out. It wasn't until 2015 when a new and unusual condition was discovered, that I paid attention to it. Since then, my GFR runs in the low 30s, thanks to diet and lifestyle changes.

These two site may be of use to you to look at, and help you https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/chronic-kidney-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20354521 and http://www.rsnhope.org Both have a lot of information.

As @kamama94 mentioned, there can be a range of lab results. One thing that was pointed out to me early, was the fact there can be a variety of lab results based on the laboratory that processes the tests, the different machines used, the time of day and even your hydration levels. Doctors will look for trends over time.

I hope this helps you out, and that you will continue to ask questions as they come to you!
Ginger