Creatinine Tests Uses Side Effects Procedure Results
Purpose of Test Creatinine tests are typically used to diagnose or rule out kidney disease and are ordered if your symptoms are suspicious. The tests may also be used to see if your kidneys are being damaged by another disease (such as heart failure) or medical treatment (such as exposure to certain chemotherapy drugs). Creatinine tests may also be used to assess your response to kidney treatment or to check that your kidneys are healthy prior to surgery....