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High creatinine levels may be a sign of kidney disease, so see a doctor for a diagnosis. Creatinine is a chemical produced in the body as a result of routine muscle wear and tear. Usually ...

The evaluation of creatinine levels is a common way for doctors to assess someone's kidney health. A healthy kidney filters waste products like creatinine out of the blood to exit out of the body ...

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The creatinine blood test helps doctors diagnose kidney disease. A poorly functioning kidney cannot filter creatinine as well as it usually does, which causes levels in the blood to rise.

Arsenault advises that people with liver disease or edema should first speak to their doctor before taking creatine. "This is because creatine is naturally made in the kidneys and liver," she said.

As well as kidney problems, excess creatinine can also result from a high intake of protein, intense exercise, and the use of certain medications or supplements. Doctors often use a creatinine ...