Creatinine
S-Krea KL 2143
Creatinine assay is used to assess renal function. The creatinine value is affected by the patient’s muscle mass. A meat-containing meal can also increase the short-term creatinine value about 20%. Creatinine levels are elevated by impaired renal function.
Indications
Assessment of renal function.
Sample
1.0 mL of serum (min. 0.5 mL) or Li-heparin plasma.
Storage and delivery
Delivery at room temperature, if it arrives within 24 hours. Can be stored refrigerated over the weekend.
Method
Spectrophotometric, enzymatic
Turnaround time
1 – 2 weekdays
Reference ranges
age (yrs) women men unit
0 – 2 10 – 56 10 – 56 µmol/L
3 – 5 10 – 48 10 – 48 µmol/L
6 – 12 10 – 76 10 – 76 µmol/L
13 – 16 15 – 90 20 – 95 µmol/L
17 40 – 90 50 – 95 µmol/L
from 18 50 – 90 60 – 100 µmol/L
Inquiries
martin.tornudd@milalab.fi