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What is a creatinine clearance test?

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    Creatinine clearance is an indication of the rate at which kidneys filter blood. This is calculated using serum creatinine concentration as well as a patient's gender, weight and age. It is considered a better estimation of kidney function than is the serum creatinine level.

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