Creatinine Random Urine

The creatinine urine test measures the amount of creatinine in urine. This test is done to see how well your kidneys are working. Creatinine in the blood can be measured by a blood test. A measurement of the serum creatinine level is often used to evaluate kidney function.

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Results are dependent on the proper collection of your urine sample. Normal urine creatinine values generally range from 955 to 2,936 milligrams (mg) per 24 hours for males, and 601 to 1,689 mg per 24 hours for females.

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High creatinine levels can indicate a range of underlying health conditions, including kidney infection and kidney failure. Doctors typically consider high creatinine levels to be above 1.2 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) for males and 1.0 mg/dL for females. Creatinine is a waste product of the muscles.