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Cystatin C

Cystatin C is an accurate marker of kidney filtration unaffected by muscle mass, physical build, or dietary protein habits.

Common laboratory aliases and abbreviations:Cystatine CCystatineCystatin CSerum cystatin CCistatina CCistatina C sérica

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0.8mg/L
0.6
1
‹ LowRange: 0.6 – 1 mg/LHigh ›

Physiological Reference Ranges

The ranges below represent standard adult physiological values. Your laboratory's printed reference range always takes precedence.

Adults (general)

0.6 – 1 mg/L

Adult females

0.6 – 1 mg/L

Adult males

0.6 – 1 mg/L

What does a low result mean?

A low or mid-range value provides clear confirmation of robust, high-efficiency kidney filtration.

What does a high result mean?

A slightly elevated number suggests calculating the combined creatinine-cystatin C eGFR equation for high precision.

Questions ready for your doctor

Bring these questions to your next consultation to discuss with your healthcare practitioner:

  • Does this clarify my kidney health without the bias of athletic muscle mass?
  • What is my combined creatinine-cystatin C eGFR rate?
  • Is routine yearly monitoring appropriate?

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