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creatinine
This term is used almost exclusively within medical and clinical contexts to assess renal function. It is a specific biomarker, and in a clinical setting, it is typically discussed in terms of "clearance" or "levels" rather than as a discrete object.
As a chemical compound and a biological waste product, the word is uncountable. It refers to the substance itself rather than individual molecules, meaning it does not have a plural form in standard medical usage.
Meanings
Examples
The lab results show a normal level of creatinine in the blood.
I wonder if my high protein diet is affecting my creatinine.
We need to monitor the creatinine to assess kidney function.
The patient has a significantly high serum creatinine.
The patient has a significantly high serum creatinine.
Is it normal for creatinine to fluctuate after a heavy workout?
The doctor explained that creatinine is a waste product from muscles.
A rise in creatinine often indicates a decline in renal clearance.