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What Happens to Glomeruli as a Person Ages?

Studies indicate that for many, the glomerular filtration rate, a key measure of kidney function, declines after age 40. This process is directly linked to understanding **what happens to glomeruli as a person ages**, emphasizing the importance of proactive senior care to support long-term kidney health.

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Do you lose glomeruli as you age? Understanding Age-Related Kidney Changes

By age 70, the average person may have lost nearly half of their functional nephrons due to natural aging processes. This decline raises an important question for senior health: **do you lose glomeruli as you age**? The answer is a clear yes, and this article will detail the physiological reasons why.

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