Creatine Serum Test

A Creatine Serum Test looks for Creatine, a compound that is made primarily in the liver and then transported to your muscles.

Quest
LabCorp

Sample Report

Test Code: 002402

Also Known As: Creatine Serum

Methodology: Enzymatic (creatinase)/spectrophotometry

Preparation: No special preparation required.

Test Results: 4-6 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Sample Report

Test Code: 37091

Also Known As:

Methodology: Enzymatic

Preparation: No special preparation required.

Test Results: 4-6 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

Creatine is a compound that is made primarily in the liver and then transported to the muscles, where it is used as an energy source for muscle activity. Once in the muscle, some creatine is spontaneously converted to creatinine. The amount of both creatine and creatinine depend on muscle mass, men normally have higher levels than women. Creatine is available as a dietary supplement. If taking creatine, levels may be higher than when you do not take the supplement.