FAQs about High Creatinine Level

High creatinine level usually indicates kidney damage. Read on and find the high creatinine levels.

High Creatinine Levels Causes
Creatinine is a chemical waste molecule which is produced from muscle metabolism. Any condition that destabilizes normal functioning of the kidneys is likely to result in increased creatinine level in the blood. It is critical for patients to recognize whether the factors resulting in kidney dysfunction azotemia or kidney failure is longstanding or recent.

Why My doctor requires me to take the test of creatinine level?
Doctors measuring creatinine levels for several reasons. These tests can be used to monitor certain kidney diseases and to make sure the medications for those conditions are working properly. High creatinine levels also can indicate how severe kidney diseases are. Dehydration can also cause high creatinine levels and a physician may use the test to determine if a patient is indeed dehydrated.

How to prepare for creatinine level test?
The serum creatinine test is a common blood test. If your blood sample is being tested only for creatinine, you can eat and drink normally before the test. If your blood sample will be used for additional tests, you may need to fast for a certain amount of time before the test. Your doctor will give you specific instructions.

What you can expect from Creatinine Test?
During the serum creatinine test, a member of your health care team simply takes a sample of blood by inserting a needle into a vein in your arm. The blood sample is sent to a lab for analysis. You can return to your usual activities immediately.
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