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Increasing My Urine Creatin Level
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Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
Kevin, M.D.
Boston - MA
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Increasing My Urine Creatin Level
by Lady_Bhr, Dec 12, 2007 08:00AM
I would like to donate my kidney and the center is taking tests to ensure I am healthy enough to give.
My 1 (of the 2) 24 hr urine samples came back as having low creatin levels. I don't know exactly what the score was but I was told it was under the level needed to be able to give.
I gave blood a week prior to collecting the 24 hr urine sample and I was recently taking antibiotics and steroids for an infection.
1). Could either of those that be affecting the score? If so, how long should it be before my score improves?
2). Can I increase that score with what I eat (i.e. multi-vitamins, eat more green leafy veggies, eat more protein, etc.)? If so, how long should it be before I see an improvement?
3). Can I increase that score with other things like exercise or medications (i.e. taking prednizone)?
The doctor also saw red blood cells in my urine. He wasn't too concerned thinking that it may be as simple as menstral cycle or non-symptomatic urinary tract infection and we'll re-take that test soon to see if that improves. Are there other reasons why red blood cells would appear in the urine test?
Thanks for your help.
My 1 (of the 2) 24 hr urine samples came back as having low creatin levels. I don't know exactly what the score was but I was told it was under the level needed to be able to give.
I gave blood a week prior to collecting the 24 hr urine sample and I was recently taking antibiotics and steroids for an infection.
1). Could either of those that be affecting the score? If so, how long should it be before my score improves?
2). Can I increase that score with what I eat (i.e. multi-vitamins, eat more green leafy veggies, eat more protein, etc.)? If so, how long should it be before I see an improvement?
3). Can I increase that score with other things like exercise or medications (i.e. taking prednizone)?
The doctor also saw red blood cells in my urine. He wasn't too concerned thinking that it may be as simple as menstral cycle or non-symptomatic urinary tract infection and we'll re-take that test soon to see if that improves. Are there other reasons why red blood cells would appear in the urine test?
Thanks for your help.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Dec 12, 2007 11:50AM
, Dec 12, 2007 11:50AM
A low urine creatinine level may be indicative of intrinsic kidney disease. Normally, further tests are needed before acting solely on a urine creatinine level.
High doses of certain antibiotics may affect the kidney function. I am not aware of diet having a significant effect on the score. Exercise shouldn't have an effect on the score either.
Obtaining a blood serum creatinine level can be done to further evaluate the kidney. If there is evidence of kidney dysfunction, further tests like an ultrasound, biopsy or microscopic examination of the urine should be considered.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patients education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
www.kevinmd.com
High doses of certain antibiotics may affect the kidney function. I am not aware of diet having a significant effect on the score. Exercise shouldn't have an effect on the score either.
Obtaining a blood serum creatinine level can be done to further evaluate the kidney. If there is evidence of kidney dysfunction, further tests like an ultrasound, biopsy or microscopic examination of the urine should be considered.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patients education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
www.kevinmd.com
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by KITTY26, Jul 17, 2008 02:24PM
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