Cystatin C

Sample Type Blood
Pre-test Information No special preparation is required for the test.
Report Delivery 1 DAYS
₹ Price ₹ 1450
Cystatin C is a test which is used as a biomarker of kidney function. It is used to diagnose renal impairment in early stages and it is also used as an indicator of proper renal function in the early stages of GFR impairment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Cystatin-C is a marker to estimate GFR independent of gender age and muscle mass and cirrhosis; does not need to be corrected for height or weight. It is superior to serum creatinine. Increased levels can be associated with higher levels of CRP or BMI and steroid use.