Creatinine

The creatinine test is used to evaluate kidney function and assists in diagnosing and monitoring kidney diseases. Creatinine is a compound generated as a result of normal muscle metabolism and is expelled through the kidneys. Measuring creatinine levels in blood can offer insights into the kidney’s capacity to filter and eliminate waste substances from the body. This test is available at IntroLab, a private laboratory in Belgrade.

When is a blood creatinine test indicated?

This type of biochemical analysis is recommended for:

Assessing Kidney Function: Creatinine is frequently used as a marker for evaluating the overall function of the kidneys. This test is typically recommended for individuals with risk factors for kidney diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease. It is also used for people with symptoms or signs that may suggest kidney damage, including changes in urination patterns, swelling, or high blood pressure.

Diagnosing Kidney Diseases: Testing can aid in the diagnosis of various kidney diseases, including chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, or urinary tract infections that may impact kidney function.

Monitoring Therapy Effectiveness: In patients already diagnosed with kidney diseases, this test is used to monitor the effectiveness of ongoing treatment and the progression of the disease. Regular monitoring of creatinine levels can assist in determining whether the treatment is having a positive effect on kidney function.

Interpreting blood test results

Lower creatinine levels usually don’t have clinical significance and can be seen in individuals with less muscle mass, in older adults, or in those who have undergone amputation. However, elevated levels indicate significant nephron damage, which may be associated with advanced kidney diseases.

The cost of the test

In our laboratory, you can have your blood creatinine levels tested for RSD 150.00. With this affordable price, you will also receive excellent service!