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→Other risk factors: +metformin
*Persons in dialysis with residual renal function of at least 400 ml urine / 24h
*Individuals who have undergone kidney transplantation
Metformin use potentially causes lactic acidosis if contrast-induced nephropathy occurs, and according to European guidelines it should be stopped at least 48 hours before a CT with IV contrast if GFR is between 30 and 44 ml/min/1.73 m<sup>2</sup>. If lower, no contrast should be given unless absolutely necessary.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.esur.org/guidelines/|website=ESUR|accessdate=2018-11-09}}</ref>
==How much contrast can be given?==
