1. Book your lab test for a convenient home sample collection service.
2. Expect a call from a lab representative to confirm and schedule your test at your preferred time.
3. A certified professional will visit your location to assist you with the sample collection process.
4. Once your samples are processed, you will receive an SMS with instructions to download your reports directly to your phone.

Creatinine Level Test

Product Description

This test is performed on a blood sample to measure the levels of creatinine. Creatinine is a waste product of muscles formed by the breakdown of creatine; an amino acid that provides energy for muscle contraction.

Why is this test performed:

• To help in the diagnosis of a kidney disease.
• To monitor the progress of treatment.
• To evaluate the progress of disease.

TEST RESULTS:

Normal range for males: 0.6 to 1.2 mg/dL

Normal range for females: 0.5 to 1.1 mg/dL

Interpretation:

Causes of low creatinine levels:

• Loss of muscle.
• Lack of protein in diet.
• Severe liver disease.

Causes of high creatinine levels:

• Kidney disease.
• Muscle disease.
• Diabetes.
• Congestive heart failure.
• Blockage of urinary tract.
• Dehydration.