In response to my recent column on creatine, a reader inquired about the difference between creatine versus creatinine. Are they related, and if so, how? Good question, and a topic that often surfaces ...

Current equations for estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) that use serum creatinine or cystatin C incorporate age, sex, and race to estimate measured GFR. However, race in eGFR equations is a ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Learn which foods to limit and what to eat instead to help manage high creatinine levels and support your kidney health. High levels of a waste product called creatinine in your blood can be a sign of ...

High creatinine is a sign that our kidneys are under stress, and are not filtering waste as they should. High creatinine does not always mean damage, but simply means that it requires attention and ...

Elevated blood levels of the protein cystatin C accurately predict higher risk of chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, and death among elderly people with no known kidney problems - risks ...

High levels of a waste product called creatinine in your blood can be a sign of kidney disease, according to MedlinePlus. Your healthcare provider may recommend certain diet changes to support healthy ...

Higher serum creatinine levels that are still within normal ranges are associated with a significantly increased risk of prostate cancer, according to a new study. Compared with patients in the lowest ...