💧Creatinine comes from the breakdown of muscle cells and is excreted by the kidneys.
💪Muscle mass can impact creatinine levels in the blood, with more muscular individuals having higher levels.
💊Certain medications can affect creatinine levels, either increasing or decreasing them.
🥩High-protein diets, especially those rich in animal protein, can transiently increase creatinine levels.
💧Dehydration and volume depletion can also cause creatinine levels to rise.
What does creatinine measure?
—Creatinine is a measure of how well your kidneys are filtering waste products.
Where does creatinine come from?
—Creatinine comes from the breakdown of muscle cells.
Can creatinine levels be influenced by muscle mass?
—Yes, individuals with more muscle mass may have higher creatinine levels.
Do medication and diet affect creatinine levels?
—Yes, certain medications and high-protein diets can impact creatinine levels.
Are there other factors that can affect creatinine levels?
—Dehydration and volume depletion can cause creatinine levels to rise.
02:23Creatinine comes from the breakdown of muscle cells and is excreted by the kidneys.
04:29Muscle mass can affect creatinine levels in the blood, with more muscular individuals often having higher levels.
06:13Certain medications and high-protein diets, especially those rich in animal protein, can impact creatinine levels.
07:58Dehydration and volume depletion can cause creatinine levels to rise.
08:20Creatinine is an important measure for understanding kidney function, but it is not the only factor to consider.
