Serum Creatinine Test in Bangalore
Serum Creatinine measurement is used to calculate eGFR and evaluate renal filtration in patients with hypertension, diabetes, or kidney concerns.
Renal Diagnostics
2 Parameters
Serum (2 mL)
4 Hours
Preparation & Fasting Guidelines
Detailed Clinical Overview
Creatinine is a waste product generated largely from normal muscle metabolism. It enters the bloodstream and is filtered primarily through the kidneys.
A serum creatinine test is used with age and sex to calculate estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) for renal filtration assessment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does serum creatinine measure?
A: Serum Creatinine measures a breakdown waste product of muscle tissue filtered by the kidneys, serving as a key quantitative renal marker.
Q: What is a normal creatinine level?
A: 0.7 to 1.3 mg/dL for men and 0.6 to 1.1 mg/dL for women. Values vary slightly by muscle mass and age.
Q: Does high creatinine always mean kidney failure?
A: Not necessarily. Dehydration, intense physical exercise, high red meat consumption, or certain medications can cause temporary creatinine elevations.
Q: Is fasting required for a Creatinine test?
A: No fasting is required for a serum creatinine blood test.
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