Kidney function test cost in Bangalore: what to expect in 2026
A KFT checks creatinine, urea, and electrolytes to assess kidney health. Here is what it costs at Bangalore labs and when you need one.
$## What a KFT measures
A Kidney Function Test (KFT), also called a Renal Function Test (RFT), is a panel of blood tests that evaluate how well your kidneys are filtering waste and maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance. The standard panel includes:
Creatinine: A waste product filtered by the kidneys. Elevated creatinine indicates reduced kidney function.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) or Urea: Another waste product. Elevated levels suggest impaired kidney clearance.
Uric Acid: High levels can indicate gout or kidney disease.
Electrolytes: Sodium, potassium, chloride, and bicarbonate. Imbalances can indicate kidney dysfunction or other conditions.
eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate): Calculated from creatinine, age, and sex. Gives a direct estimate of kidney filtration capacity.
Typical prices at Bangalore labs
KFT (full panel): Rs. 300 to 700
Independent NABL-accredited labs charge Rs. 300 to 450. Chain labs and hospital units typically charge Rs. 450 to 800.
Creatinine alone: Rs. 80 to 200. Ordered when only a quick kidney function check is needed, for example before an imaging procedure using contrast dye.
KFT as part of a health package: Usually included in preventive health checkup packages alongside LFT, CBC, and lipid profile. More cost-effective than ordering standalone.
Does a KFT require fasting?
Yes, generally 8 to 12 hours of fasting is recommended, particularly for the uric acid and BUN components, which can be affected by dietary protein intake. Water is allowed.
How long do results take?
6 to 12 hours at most labs. Same-day results are standard.
When is a KFT ordered?
Your doctor may order a KFT if you have symptoms such as swelling in the legs or face, reduced urination, fatigue, hypertension, or persistent back pain near the kidney region. It is also routinely ordered before procedures involving contrast dye (CT scans with contrast, angiograms), when starting medications that affect kidney function (NSAIDs, certain antibiotics, ACE inhibitors at high doses), and as part of annual health checkups for people with diabetes or hypertension -- both of which are leading causes of kidney disease in India.
Where to get tested in Bangalore
Browse kidney function test centres in Bangalore on Locatemycentre. Available across all neighbourhoods. Local options in HSR Layout, Marathahalli, and Hebbal.