What's the story on creatinine?

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Peabody - 27 Oct 2006 00:59 GMT

I understand that creatinine levels are supposed to be an indicator
of renal (kidney) function. Mine has been 1.2 or 1.3 for as far
back as I have records, even before I developed high blood
pressure. But that appears to be right at the border of showing
some kidney damage. Does a 1.3 really mean anything, or could that
be a typical reading for some people? Mine hasn't changed in about
20 years.

Is this significant, or should I be paranoid about other things?

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Andrew B. Chung, MD/PhD - 27 Oct 2006 07:27 GMT

> I understand that creatinine levels are supposed to be an indicator
> of renal (kidney) function.

They are.

> Mine has been 1.2 or 1.3 for as far
> back as I have records, even before I developed high blood
> pressure. But that appears to be right at the border of showing
> some kidney damage. Does a 1.3 really mean anything, or could that
> be a typical reading for some people? Mine hasn't changed in about
> 20 years.

That should be reassuring.

> Is this significant, or should I be paranoid about other things?

If you discuss this with your doctor(s), it is likely you would be
reassured.

May GOD continue to help you with your needs, dear Peabody whom I love
unconditionally.

Prayerfully in Christ's amazing love,

Andrew <><
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Cardiologist, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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