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,…
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,…