Creatinine

Pronunciation

Definition 1

A compound that is excreted from the body in urine. Creatinine levels are measured to monitor kidney function. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

The breakdown product of creatine, a constituent of muscle tissue, that is excreted by the kidney and whose serum level is used to evaluate kidney function. (NCI Thesaurus)

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