New in JASN: CARE shows a hybrid path to equitable APOL1-kidney disease (AMKD) screening + trial pipelines—community partnerships = reach, EHR/MD referrals = yield.
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#Nephrology #KidneyDisease #APOL1 #AMKD #HealthEquity #ClinicalTrials #PrecisionMedicine #JASN
Your kidneys may feel fine — but “normal” numbers can mislead, especially if you’re Black or of African ancestry. The KDIGO Heat Map shows your real risk using eGFR + uACR. Ask your doctor for your numbers. Knowledge = power. 🩺
#KidneyHealth #AMKD #APOL1 #HealthEquity
Silent kidney damage is real. For people of African ancestry at risk for AMKD, the KDIGO Heat Map turns confusion into control. Two tests—eGFR + uACR—show your risk in color-coded zones 🟢🟡🟠🔴. Ask for both tests. Know your zone. Protect your future.
#AMKD #APOL1 #KidneyHealth
“Your kidney numbers look fine.” Sounds safe — but for many with APOL1 risk, it’s dangerously misleading. The KDIGO Heat Map pairs eGFR + uACR to reveal your real risk. Ask for both tests, know your zone, protect your kidneys.
#AMKD #APOL1 #KidneyHealth
“Your kidney test looks fine.”
But if your eGFR > 60 & you haven’t checked your uACR, you may miss early kidney damage.
If you’re of African ancestry, APOL1 variants can raise your risk for AMKD — even with “normal” labs.
Ask for uACR, your KDIGO Heat Map, & APOL1 testing.
#AMKD #KidneyHealth
Your kidneys might be at risk — even if your doctor says you're “fine.” 🧡 The KDIGO Heat Map combines eGFR + uACR to reveal your true risk. Ask for both tests, find your zone, and take control of your kidney health. Knowledge = power. 🗺️✨
#KidneyHealth #AMKD #APOL1
🧠 KDIGO Explained: Relying on one kidney test (eGFR) is misleading. You need eGFR + uACR to know your true risk. 🚦 The KDIGO Heat Map shows if you're low 🟢, moderate 🟡, high 🟠, or highest 🔴 risk. Know your numbers. Lead your kidney journey. #AMKD #CKD
⛱️ At day 2 of the PARASOL Kickoff, experts united in a commitment to refine trial endpoints in APOL1 kidney disease & MN. A global effort through data sharing and collaboration! www.is-gd.org/en/news-from... #KidneyResearch #Innovation #AMKD #membranousnephropathy #KidneyHealth
If you’re Black, Afro-Caribbean, or Afro-Latino, you could carry a hidden kidney risk: APOL1. It often shows no symptoms. Ask for eGFR + uACR tests. Consider genetic testing. DNA isn’t destiny—it’s power. #AMKD #BlackHealth #KnowYourRoots
You might feel fine — but AMKD could be hiding in your family tree.
🧬 Black, African American, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Latino?
✅ Ask for both eGFR + uACR
✅ Talk to your doc about APOL1 testing
Early action can save your kidneys. #AMKD #BlackHealthMatters
You can feel perfectly fine—and still have early, silent kidney damage.
APOL1 gene variants raise risk for Black, Afro-Caribbean & Afro-Latino communities.
Don’t wait for symptoms.
Ask your doctor for eGFR + uACR tests.
#AMKD #KidneyHealth #BlackHealthMatters
🧬 You might feel fine—but your kidneys could be in danger.
If you're Black, Afro-Caribbean, or Afro-Latino, AMKD could be progressing silently.
✅ Ask for eGFR + uACR
🧬 Know your APOL1 risk
Early testing = access to future treatments. Don’t wait.
#AMKD #KidneyHealth
🧬 A “normal” kidney test doesn’t always mean you’re safe.
If you’re Black, Afro-Caribbean, or Afro-Latino, AMKD could be silently damaging your kidneys.
✅ eGFR isn’t enough
🧪 Ask for uACR + eGFR
⚠️ Fatigue, swelling, foamy urine = early signs
#AMKD #KidneyHealth
Feeling fine? You could still be at risk for AMKD—a silent kidney disease affecting Black, Afro-Caribbean & Afro-Latino communities.
✅ eGFR isn’t enough
🧪 Ask for uACR too
Early signs = foamy urine, swelling, fatigue
Get tested. Stay ahead.
#AMKD #KidneyHealth
