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A measurement of the serum creatinine level is often used to evaluate kidney function. Urine creatinine levels can be used as a screening test to evaluate kidney function, or can be part of the

Review Date: 2/20/2002 12:00:00 AM Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team

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