My cat's creatinine is high, does he have chronic kidney disease?

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My cat's 3 years old. We decided to check his renal health. He has undergone some blood tests - a complete blood count (CBC) and a full metabolic panel as well. The level of creatinine is 160 (norms - 70-212), hoewever according to the international renal interest society if the level of creatinine is higher than 140, it is considred as the second stage of cronic renal disorder. His SDMA 11. Doeshe he have cronic renal disease? Pet's info: Cat | American Bobtail | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 11 months old | 11 lbs

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

His SDMA is normal which is a more reliable marker for kidney function. He may have been mildly dehydrated which can cause creatinine to elevate. Your vet could run a urinalysis to check his urine specific gravity and then recheck his BUN and Creatinine in 3 months to monitor for any increases.

My cat's creatinine is high, does he have chronic kidney disease?

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