Multiple Choice
What is the meaning of an elevated serum creatinine?
A) The kidneys are making too much creatinine.
B) Too much creatinine is being reabsorbed by the peritubular capillaries.
C) The kidneys are not filtering creatinine; this is a sign of kidney failure.
D) The kidneys are excreting too much urine.
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