What is Serum Creatinine Test?
The blood test for serum creatinine determines the concentration of creatinine in the bloodstream, offering valuable information about the functioning of the kidneys. It is frequently employed to assess
- Kidney health,
- Diagnose kidney disorders,
- Assess the effectiveness of treatment, and
- Identify early indications of kidney damage or dysfunction.
Assessing creatinine concentration in the blood -
- Indicative of kidney function
- Included in regular blood tests to evaluate kidney health
- A diagnostic tool for kidney diseases
- Monitoring the effectiveness of treatment
- Early identification of kidney damage.
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Your health care provider might advise you to pause certain medications temporarily as they could influence the test results. These medications include:
- Cimetidine, famotidine, and ranitidine
- Specific antibiotics, for example, cefoxitin and trimethoprim
- Make sure to inform your provider about all the medications you are currently taking.
What is the Cost of Serum Creatinine Test in India?
Test Type | Blood Test |
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Preparation | No special preparation required |
Report | Same day |
Serum creatinine costs in Hyderabad | Rs. 500 to Rs.700 approximately. |
Serum creatinine costs in Vizag | Rs. 500 to Rs.700 approximately. |
Serum creatinine costs in Nashik | Rs. 250 to Rs.450 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Aurangabad | Rs. 200 to Rs.400 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Nellore | Rs. 200 to Rs.400 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Chandanagar | Rs. 200 to Rs.400 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Srikakulam | Rs. 150 to Rs.350 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Sangamner | Rs. 200 to Rs.400 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Kurnool | Rs. 200 to Rs.400 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Kakinada | Rs. 300 to Rs.600 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Karimnagar | Rs. 200 to Rs.400 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Zaheerabad | Rs. 150 to Rs.350 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Sangareddy | Rs. 200 to Rs.400 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Nizamabad | Rs. 150 to Rs.350 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Mumbai | Rs. 450 to Rs.650 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Begumpet | Rs. 250 to Rs.450 approximately |
Serum creatinine costs in Vizianagram | Rs. 150 to Rs.350 approximately |
Serum Creatinine Test Normal Results
Normal Range (mg/dL) | Normal Range (µmol/L) | |
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Men | 0.9 to 1.3 mg/dL | |
Women | 0.6 to 1.1 mg/dL |
Note- Serum Creatinine Test costs in India at different locations may vary
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Book an AppointmentFrequently Asked Questions
The normal range of creatinine in the blood for men is between 0.9 and 1.3 mg/dL, and for women, it is between 0.6 and 1.1 mg/dL.
High levels of creatinine indicate that the kidneys are not functioning properly.
Low levels of creatinine indicate that the body is not producing enough creatinine.
If the creatinine level is higher than 1.2 for women and higher than 1.4 for men, it indicates kidney failure.
A creatinine blood test does not require any special preparation; one can eat and drink normally beforehand.
The cost of a serum creatinine blood test in Hyderabad is approximately between Rs 200 and Rs 250.
The cost of serum creatinine in Nashik is approximately between Rs 100 and Rs 200.
In Vizag, the cost of serum creatinine is approximately between Rs 150 and Rs 200.