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Creatinine

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Creatinine Test

Description
To assess kidney function.
Testing moment
No fasting needed prior to blood sampling.
Low values causes
  • Weak muscles (for instance elderly people, malnutrition)
  • Pregnancy
High values causes
  • Kidney deterioration (renal insufficiency)
  • Considerable muscular amount
  • Protein rich foods (kinds of meat)
  • Certain drugs

 

Notes
More reliable than urea in assessing the renal function. Do not engage in strenuous physical activity the evening before and on the testing day.
How to get tested

Contact us at 514 975-5226 for a blood test at home for the purpose of evaluating your creatinine.

Perscription & Insurance

All our tests require a medical prescription recommended by any practicing doctor in the province of Quebec.

These prescriptions are necessary in order to proceed with either test and we urge that all medical requests originating from offices or clinics be duly identified.

All medical analysis requested by your doctor are reimbursed by a majority of private insurance companies!