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Normal Serum Creatinine Level

Creatinine is a normal byproduct found in the bloodstream due to the breakdown of muscle and protein. The serum creatinine levels vary according to age and sex, and the normal level is between 0.83 and 1.20 mg/dL. An increase in the serum creatinine level is seen when the kidney is affected, and it is used to measure how well the kidneys are functioning.

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My creatinine levels remain high at the age of 24 years. How to reduce them?

Query: Hi doctor, I had a creatinine test, and the result was 1.30 mg/dL. Someone said that it should be less than 0.5 mg/dl for my age. I am tensed that my creatinine level is almost high for a 24 year old male, although the normal range is between 0.5 - 1.3 mg/dL. How can I decrease my creatinine lev...  Read Full »


Dr. Madhumati Varma

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The creatinine level of 0.5 - 1.3 mg/dL is the reference range. Your creatinine is normal high. You should not worry, but take precautions. You should avoid too much animal meat. Your diet should contain the meat vegetable ratio of 1:6. You mu...  Read Full »

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