Above the range
Common causes of a high Creatinine, Serum
- Acute or chronic kidney disease
- Dehydration
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Nephrotoxic drugs
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Above the range
What causes a high Creatinine, Serum?
Normal range 0.6-1.3 mg/dL (53-115 µmol/L SI). Specimen: Serum or plasma. See the full Creatinine, Serum reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for Creatinine, Serum?
The standard teaching reference range for Creatinine, Serum is 0.6-1.3 mg/dL in conventional units, or 53-115 µmol/L in SI units. This value is measured in serum or plasma.
| Specimen | Serum or plasma |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | 0.6-1.3 mg/dL |
| SI range | 53-115 µmol/L |
| Critical value | > 4.0 mg/dL (or a rapid rise) indicates significant renal impairment |
| Panel | Kidney Function |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Creatinine, Serum normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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