Evaluation of creatinine, urea and urinary protein in healthy dogs over 7 years old, Cajamarca - 2020

Abstract

In this research, the prevalence of renal disease in geriatric canines was addressed, a condition that, although more common in elderly dogs, can affect animals of any age group due to a decrease in glomerular filtration rate. The diagnosis of renal function was based on measuring the plasma concentration of urea, creatinine, and urinary protein in clinically healthy canines over 7 years old over a one-year period. The sample was divided considering factors such as age, sex, and weight. Blood samples were collected from the cephalic vein and analyzed using UV spectrophotometry with commercial kits for urea and creatinine, while urinary protein was assessed using reagent strips and a urine analyzer. The results revealed averages of 6.74 mg/dL (SD = 11.30) for creatinine, 42.18 mg/dL (SD = 25.79) for urea, and 44.44 mg/dL (SD = 45.95) for protein. In conclusion, the research on the prevalence of renal disease in geriatric canines demonstrated that, although specific averages were recorded for creatinine, urea, and protein, no significant differences were identified in relation to factors such as the sex of the animals. These findings highlight the complexity of determinants of renal disease in canines over 7 years old, emphasizing the need for additional research to fully understand the factors contributing to this pathology in the canine population, regardless of their age group.