{"id":144,"date":"2022-02-27T13:52:13","date_gmt":"2022-02-27T08:22:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/?p=144"},"modified":"2026-03-17T18:15:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T12:45:28","slug":"creatinine-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/blood-tests\/creatinine-test\/","title":{"rendered":"Creatinine Test: Purpose, Normal Range &amp; Cost [2026]"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"nav-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#purpose\">Purpose<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#price\">Price<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#preparation\">Preparation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#result\">Result<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#report\">Sample Report<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>creatinine test<\/strong>, also referred to as the <strong>serum creatinine test<\/strong>, is a simple blood test used to evaluate kidney function and overall health. It measures the level of creatinine, a waste product, in your blood or urine. Abnormal levels, whether too high or too low, can indicate <strong>kidney problems<\/strong> or other health concerns. The test is affordable, with the <strong>creatinine test price<\/strong> ranging between <strong>Rs 100 and Rs 200<\/strong> in India.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is a Creatinine Test?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>creatinine test<\/strong> checks the level of creatinine in your blood or urine to assess kidney health. <strong>Creatinine<\/strong> is a waste product that your kidneys filter out of the blood. This test helps diagnose kidney problems and monitor their function. It is also part of routine health checkups and is used to evaluate conditions like <strong>diabetes<\/strong> and <strong>high blood pressure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"test-details-in-brief\">Test Details in Brief<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e7f5fe\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Also Known As<\/strong><\/td><td>Creatinine test, Serum creatinine test, creatinine blood test, urea creatinine test<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/td><td>Kidney function, diabetes and general health checkup<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Preparation<\/strong><\/td><td>No special preparation is required<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fasting<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sample Type<\/strong><\/td><td>Blood serum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reporting Time<\/strong><\/td><td>8 to 24 Hrs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs. 100 to Rs. 200<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"price\">Creatinine Test Price<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The creatinine test is affordable, usually its cost ranges from <strong>Rs 100 to Rs 200<\/strong>. However, doctors often recommend a <strong>kidney function test (KFT)<\/strong>, which includes creatinine, urea, and uric acid tests. The cost of a <a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/kidney-function-test-kft-test\/\"><strong>KFT test<\/strong><\/a> typically ranges from Rs 400 to Rs 700.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost At Popular Labs:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><thead><tr><th>Name of Lab<\/th><th>Test Price <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/dr-lal-path-lab-rate-list\/\">Dr Lal Path labs<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 150 ( City-based )<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/metropolis-lab-price-list-get-discounts-and-offers\/\">Metropolis Healthcare<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 180 ( City-based )<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/srl-diagnostics-price-list\/\">SRL Diagnostics<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 200<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Creatinine Test Cost in different cities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The creatinine test cost depends upon diagnostic centre, city, home collection and sample type. The below table list the prices in some major cities. You can search the price in your city by searching for the test at bookmerilab.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><thead><tr><th>City<\/th><th>Test Price<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/delhi\/creatinine-serum-182\">Delhi<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 100 to Rs 200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/mumbai\/creatinine-serum-182\">Mumbai<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 135 to Rs 200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/bangalore\/creatinine-serum-182\">Bangalore<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 120 to Rs 160<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/hyderabad\/creatinine-serum-182\">Hyderabad<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 135 to Rs 250<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/gurgaon\/creatinine-serum-182\">Gurgaon<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 100 to Rs 200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/chennai\/creatinine-serum-182\">Chennai<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 108 to Rs 150<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"purpose\"><strong>Why Is a Creatinine Test Recommended?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary purpose of the test is the evaluation of kidney health. A doctor may recommend it for the following reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/purpose-of-creatinine-test.png\" alt=\"Creatinine test purpose\" class=\"wp-image-4310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/purpose-of-creatinine-test.png 640w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/purpose-of-creatinine-test-560x298.png 560w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/purpose-of-creatinine-test-595x316.png 595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>In case you exibit <strong>common symptoms<\/strong> of a high creatinine level such as\n<ul>\n<li>Swelling&nbsp;in body<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling of tiredness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of appetite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Itching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nausea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change in frequency of urinating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diagnose kidney disease for\n<ul>\n<li>Diabetic patient<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High blood pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other conditions that compromise the health of the kidney<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor the progress of medication for kidney disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To track the functioning of a kidney after transplant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To look for any side effects of drugs that affect the function of the kidney<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>As kidneys are essential organs in our body and their proper functioning is vital for a healthy body, this test is prevalent for different medical conditions &amp; general health checkups.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"urea-creatinine-test\">Urea creatinine test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Urea test along with creatinine level check for normal functioning of Kidney. A blood urea nitrogen test usually accompanies the creatinine test.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"creatinine-test-types-and-methods\">Creatinine test&nbsp;types and methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the doctor&#8217;s advice, a diagnostic centre may use a blood or urine sample for the test. The test is conducted on serum in the blood. Thus, it is also known as the creatinine serum test. Below is the list of different popular test types and methods with their purpose:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"creatinine-blood-test\">Creatinine blood test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is the most common blood test. It is also known as the serum creatinine test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"creatinine-urine-test\">Creatinine Urine test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Creatinine can be measured in a sample of urine. An early morning urine sample is preferable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"creatinine-clearance-test-1\">Creatinine clearance test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a urine test that measures the kidney capacity for creatinine clearance from the urine. This test requires the urine sample from a 24 hours window. In this case, you need to collect urine over 24 hours and give a sample for testing. This test is often done along with serum creatinine tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"procedure\">Procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The procedure of creatinine blood test and creatinine urine test are as follows \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"procedure-of-creatinine-blood-test\">Procedure of Creatinine blood test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A blood sample is drawn by puncturing the veins in the arms using a small needle. The sample is collected in a test tube or a vial and sent to the lab. The procedure takes a few minutes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/blood-test-procedure-8.png\" alt=\"blood test procedure\" class=\"wp-image-4308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/blood-test-procedure-8.png 640w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/blood-test-procedure-8-560x298.png 560w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/blood-test-procedure-8-595x316.png 595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"procedure-of-creatinine-urine-test\">Procedure of Creatinine urine test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The technician will provide you with a clean, sterilized container to collect the urine over 24 hours. When you start collecting the urine, make sure to discard the morning urine. In the next 24 hours, save the urine in the container. Keep the container in a cool place and send it to the laboratory as and when instructed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"preparation\">Preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is <strong>no preparation required<\/strong> for a blood test, and you can have your meal before and after the test. Your healthcare provider will inform you if any special preparation is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For creatinine levels in the urine, one needs to collect urine over 24 hours in a sterilized container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"side-effects-of-creatinine-test\">Side effects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no side effects except a slight pain or bruise at the site where the needle is injected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"result\">Test result<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The creatinine test is prepared in 8-24 hours.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>high level of creatinine<\/strong> in blood indicates any of the following-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Blockage in the urinary tract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cardiac problem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Autoimmune diseases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Infection in the kidneys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetic complications&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>creatinine level might decrease<\/strong> in the following four situations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>During pregnancy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excessive workout<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain medications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>consumption red meat rich diet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In case, your test results indicate any abnormality, it is advisable to consult a doctor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"report\">Normal Range<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reference normal range for creatinine test is <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Test Name<\/th><th>Normal Range<\/th><th>Unit<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Creatinine Serum<\/td><td>0.7-1.3<\/td><td>mg\/dL<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Creatinine, Random Urine<\/td><td>24-392<\/td><td>mg\/dL<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Creatinine-levels.png\" alt=\"creatinine levels low and high\" class=\"wp-image-4311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Creatinine-levels.png 640w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Creatinine-levels-560x298.png 560w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Creatinine-levels-595x316.png 595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can download a <a href=\"https:\/\/cdn1.lalpathlabs.com\/live\/reports\/B023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sample report pdf<\/a> from here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bookmerilab provides Creatinine test through its lab partners in more than 400 cities of India. You can either visit a diagnostic centre nearby or book a free home sample collection for the test. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the health checkup packages also include it along with other important parameters for Kidney and general body assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1732708820348\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. <strong>What is the normal range for serum creatinine levels?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The normal range for serum creatinine levels is <strong>0.7 to 1.3 mg\/dL<\/strong>, varying slightly based on age, gender, and muscle mass.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1732708838947\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. <strong>What does a high creatinine level indicate?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">High creatinine levels may indicate <strong>kidney dysfunction<\/strong>, urinary tract blockages, infections, or health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure affecting kidney health.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1732708858306\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3. <strong>What is the difference between a creatinine blood test and a creatinine urine test?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A <strong>creatinine blood test<\/strong> measures creatinine in the bloodstream, while a <strong>creatinine urine test<\/strong> evaluates kidney function using creatinine levels in a urine sample.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1732708877456\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4. <strong>Is fasting required before a serum creatinine test?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, fasting is not required for a <strong>serum creatinine test<\/strong>, and you can eat or drink as usual unless your doctor advises otherwise.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1732708896582\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">5. <strong>How long does it take to get the results of a creatinine test?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Creatinine test results are typically available within <strong>8 to 24 hours<\/strong>, depending on the diagnostic lab and testing method.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1732708916652\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">6. <strong>Are there any side effects of the creatinine blood test?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The test has minimal side effects, such as a slight <strong>bruise or pain<\/strong> at the blood draw site, which usually resolves quickly.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1732708934121\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">7. <strong>Is the creatinine test part of a kidney function test (KFT)?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, the creatinine test is a key component of a <strong>kidney function test (KFT)<\/strong>, often paired with urea and uric acid tests.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"rowsa sticky3\">\n            <div class=\"columnsa stickytext columnsticky\">\n                <h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u20b9209 <del style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\">\u20b9373<\/del><\/h4>\n                <p style=\"text-align: center;\">Creatinine Test<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"columnsa columnsticky\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/booking?city=delhi&amp;lab=592&amp;test=182&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=tests&amp;utm_campaign=booknow\" class=\"stickybutton\">Book Now<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-144\" data-postid=\"144\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-144 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n    <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The creatinine test, also referred to as the serum creatinine test, is a simple blood test used to evaluate kidney function and overall health. 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