Lab results indicate acute kidney injury likely due to reduced blood flow to the kidneys, rather than intrinsic kidney damage or obstruction.
Used when lab results (such as elevated creatinine and BUN, abnormal urine sodium) suggest reduced renal perfusion as the cause of AKI. Important to differentiate from intrinsic or postrenal causes.
"Patient presents with dehydration and oliguria. Laboratory values consistent with acute kidney injury of prerenal etiology."
Used to document the suspected cause of AKI based on laboratory findings.
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