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Creatinine Converter
Kidney Function Assessment Tool
milligrams per deciliter
⇋
micromoles per liter
Normal Reference Ranges & Color Coding
Adult Male
0.7-1.3 mg/dL
62-115 μmol/L
Adult Female
0.6-1.1 mg/dL
53-97 μmol/L
Normal Range
Elevated
Significantly Elevated
Conversion Formula: μmol/L = mg/dL × 88.4
Higher creatinine levels may indicate reduced kidney function. Always consult healthcare professionals for interpretation of laboratory results.
When Creatinine Testing is Needed
Routine Screening & Monitoring
- Annual health checkups for adults over 40
- Pre-operative assessment before surgery
- Medication monitoring (especially nephrotoxic drugs)
- Regular monitoring in chronic kidney disease patients
- Diabetes management and complication screening
Diagnostic Indications
- Suspected kidney disease: Changes in urination, blood in urine, foamy urine
- Hypertension evaluation: High blood pressure management and monitoring
- Cardiovascular risk assessment: Part of comprehensive cardiac evaluation
- Electrolyte imbalances: Abnormal sodium, potassium, or phosphorus levels
- Unexplained fatigue or swelling: Potential signs of kidney dysfunction
High-Risk Populations
- Diabetic patients: Regular screening for diabetic nephropathy
- Hypertensive patients: Monitor for hypertensive kidney disease
- Family history: Genetic predisposition to kidney disease
- Autoimmune conditions: Lupus, vasculitis, other systemic diseases
- Elderly patients: Age-related decline in kidney function
Clinical Interpretations & Next Steps
Normal Results (0.6-1.3 mg/dL)
- Continue routine monitoring
- Maintain healthy lifestyle
- No immediate concern for kidney function
Elevated (1.3-3.0 mg/dL)
- Calculate estimated GFR (eGFR)
- Repeat testing in 1-3 months
- Review medications and hydration
- Consider nephrology referral if persistent
Significantly Elevated (>3.0 mg/dL)
- Urgent nephrology consultation
- Comprehensive metabolic panel
- Assess for dialysis needs
- Evaluate for reversible causes
Important Considerations
- GFR Calculation: Creatinine alone doesn’t tell the full story – eGFR provides better kidney function assessment
- Trend Analysis: Single values less important than trends over time
- Clinical Context: Results must be interpreted alongside symptoms, medical history, and other tests
- Muscle Mass Impact: Higher muscle mass can elevate creatinine without kidney disease