Serum Creatinine Kidney Test | Lahalak Platform

Measuring creatinine levels to evaluate kidney function and waste filtration, an essential test for maintaining body balance and overall long-term health.

Prices starts from: 18 SAR

Scientific name: Serum Creatinine Test

Creatinine in Serum analysis is a test used to measure creatinine levels in the blood. Creatinine is a waste product produced as a result of muscle metabolism. It is filtered from the body through the kidneys, so measuring creatinine levels is an important indicator for assessing kidney health. This analysis is typically performed as part of a rout...

Serum Creatinine Test - Monitor Your Kidney Efficiency
Service type Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration 10-15 minutes
Fasting Fasting is not required
Prices Starting from 18 SAR

Included Services

  • Creatinine in Serum Test
  • The optimal health guidance based on the result.
  • Personal support services from Lahalak

Medical Service Information

Purpose Test

  • Kidney function: Creatinine level is a key indicator of the kidneys' ability to filter blood. Elevated creatinine may indicate impaired or damaged kidney function.
  • Kidney failure: The test can reveal conditions such as acute or chronic kidney failure, where the kidneys cannot effectively eliminate creatinine.
  • Kidney diseases: It helps detect kidney diseases such as nephritis, polycystic kidney disease, or conditions associated with high blood pressure and diabetes.
  • Dehydration-related conditions: High creatinine levels may indicate dehydration, where there is less fluid available for kidney filtration.
  • Drug effects: The test can assess the impact of certain medications on the kidneys, as some drugs may increase creatinine levels.
  • Monitoring treatment progress: It is used to monitor the effectiveness of treatments related to kidney diseases, including medications or other therapeutic options.

Recommended groups

  • People with kidney problem symptoms: Such as body swelling, changes in urine output (increase or decrease), or pain in the kidney area.
  • People with chronic diseases: Such as diabetes or high blood pressure, as these conditions significantly affect kidney health.
  • Patients taking medications that may affect the kidneys: Such as diuretics, cancer treatment drugs, or antibiotics.
  • People undergoing routine check-ups: As part of general health examinations or before surgical procedures.
  • People with a family history of kidney disease: To assess potential risks for kidney conditions.
  • Athletes or individuals engaging in intense exercise: To evaluate the impact of strenuous exercise on kidney health.

Symptoms indicative

  • Body swelling: Especially in the legs, ankles, or face, which may indicate fluid retention due to impaired kidney function.
  • Changes in urine output: Such as unexplained increase or decrease in urine volume, or dark-colored urine.
  • Pain in the kidney area: Pain or pressure in the lower back or sides, which may indicate kidney problems.
  • High blood pressure: May suggest kidney issues, as the kidneys play a role in regulating blood pressure.
  • Fatigue and tiredness: General feeling of tiredness without a clear reason, which may result from toxin buildup in the blood due to impaired kidney function.
  • Loss of appetite or nausea: Nausea or loss of appetite may be due to elevated creatinine levels.

FAQs

  • What is the serum creatinine test? It is a test that measures the level of creatinine, a waste product resulting from muscle metabolism, used to assess kidney function.
  • Why is this test important? It helps detect kidney problems and determine how effectively the kidneys can filter blood.
  • Does the test require fasting? No, the creatinine test does not require fasting before the test.
  • How is the test performed? A blood sample is taken from a vein and sent to the laboratory for analysis.
  • How long does it take to get results? Results are usually available within one or two days, depending on the laboratory.
  • What do high test results mean? High results indicate kidney problems, such as kidney failure or nephritis.

Normal Levels

  • Intense exercise: can cause temporary increases in creatinine.
  • Medications: some drugs may affect test results.

Conditions & Notices

  • The terms and conditions announced on the "Lahalak" medical platform apply.
  • There are no special conditions for the service other than those mentioned.

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