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Can point-of-care testing improve early detection of chronic kidney disease in Africa?

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing public health concern in Africa, where early detection remains challenging due to persistent gaps in access to diagnostic services and routine screening. A 2026 systematic review and meta-analysis estimated that CKD (stages 1-5) affects approximately 13.7% of adults across 19 African countries 1. Limited access to diagnostic services, the cost of laboratory investigations,…

Can point of care testing improve early detection of chronic kidney disease in Africa?

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing public health concern in Africa, where early detection remains challenging due to persistent gaps in access to diagnostic services and routine screening. A 2026 systematic review and meta-analysis estimated that CKD (stages 1-5) affects approximately 13.7% of adults across 19 African countries 1. Limited access to diagnostic services, the cost of laboratory investigations,…

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