Creatinine clearance

About This Test

Department: Biochemistry

Requirement:

  • Serum/gel/plasma (red/yellow/green)
  • 24-hour urine (plain container)

Both samples are required for analysis

 

Turnaround Time:

Within 24 hours

Background:

Measurement of glomerular filtration rate

Creatinine clearance is calculated from blood and urine creatinine concentrations and 24-hour urine volume.

Other Comments:

For more information, please see the following: Creatinine Clearance - Lab Tests Online

See also: Sodium, Potassium, Urea, Creatinine