Renal Tubular Acidosis Calculator
Assess type of Renal Tubular Acidosis (RTA) based on serum potassium, urine pH, and bicarbonate levels.
Input Parameters
Enter details for calculation.
Suspected RTA Type
Expert Tip
Type 1 (Distal) RTA: Urine pH > 5.5, hypokalemia. Type 2 (Proximal) RTA: Urine pH < 5.5, hypokalemia. Type 4: Hyperkalemia.
Calculation Methodology & Details
Formula
Categorizes renal tubule acid excretion impairment types.
Important Disclaimer
The calculations provided are for educational and general informational purposes only. They do not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.
How RTA is Screened
Follow these steps to use this calculator:
Enter Labs
Input potassium and urine pH.
Read Classification
Verify diagnostic RTA category.
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ℹ️ About this Calculation
This nephrology and urology clinical calculator evaluates renal function, electrolyte/acid-base equilibrium, urinary excretion kinetics, and urologic disease risk according to KDIGO and AUA clinical practice guidelines.
Variable Glossary
Renal & Lab Metrics
Serum creatinine, urinary sodium/urea, albumin, PSA levels, or ultrasound kidney dimensions.
Diagnostic Indexes
eGFR (CKD-EPI equation), Fractional Excretion of Sodium (FENa %), serum anion gap, and PSA doubling kinetics.
How to Calculate Step-by-Step
Step 1
Enter serum electrolytes, creatinine, or urinary excretion lab values.
Step 2
Specify patient demographic parameters (age, gender, height/weight).
Step 3
View calculated clearance rates, CKD stage classification, or acute kidney injury (AKI) differentiation.