[Dynamic study of renal function with radioimmunoassay technique (RIA) in burn patients]

Alb, beta 2-m, IgG in serum and urine were determined in 52 burn patients (from January 1993 to December 1994) with RIA technique. The results revealed that there was no obvious connection between the area of burn and the alteration in these parameters (P > 0.05). Our findings indicated a positive correlation between the depth of burn and impairment in the renal function. The recovery of renal function was gradual, and that of glomerulus was earlier than renal tubules. Monitoring of renal function with RIA technique showed a higher sensitivity and accuracy than routine examinations, and it might play an important role in the treatment of burned patients in different periods.