Creatinine

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Creatinine is a waste product created when muscle tissue breaks down.

Why it matters: Kidney function tests measure how efficiently the kidneys are working. Most of them check how well the kidneys clear waste from the blood.

Source · Cleveland Clinic — what it is, why it matters

Reference Range
62.0 – 106.0umol/L
62
106LowNormalHigh
Related Markers
egfrUreaCystatin C
Common questions

What is Creatinine?

Creatinine is a waste product created when muscle tissue breaks down.

What might a high or low Creatinine mean?

Kidney function tests measure how efficiently the kidneys are working. Most of them check how well the kidneys clear waste from the blood.

What is the typical reference range for Creatinine?

The general-population reference range shown here is 62 – 106 umol/L. Reference ranges describe the general population and are not a personal target — discuss your results with your physician.

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