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  A creatinine serum test  is prescribed to check whether the kidneys can filter out body waste properly. This blood test is used to measure creatinine levels in the body, which is a waste substance made by the muscles. The kidneys are supposed to filter out this substance from the blood and pass it out through urine. If the kidneys are not functioning properly, creatinine can build up in the bloodstream. If the creatinine levels are not in the  normal range  in the blood and urine, it can be indicative of kidney disease. Why is a Creatinine Test Prescribed? A creatinine test  is prescribed to a person to check if the kidneys are working normally. It is done as a part of a comprehensive metabolic panel test or CMP test, which is a group of blood tests that provide information about various organs in the body. A creatinine test can be done for: 1.  Diagnosing the signs or symptoms of kidney disease. 2.  For screening and monitoring the treatment prescribed for kidney disease. 3.  For mo