My creatinine level in blood is1. 26, what does this mean? My dietician suggested to stop eating bengal gram, peanuts, green leafy vegetables etc. What action is suggested for me.

Question

Levels of creatinine in the blood reflect both the amount of muscle a person has and their amount of kidney function. Most men with normal kidney function have approximately 0.6 to 1.2 milligrams/deciliters (mg/dl) of creatinine. Most women with normal kidney function have between 0.5 to 1.1 mg/dl of creatinine. You have amrgianl increase and hence the dietician asked to stop foods that may increase the creatinine level in the blood by eating large amounts of protein foods e.g. Meat, fish, chicken, eggs, cheese, milk and yoghurt before commencing dialysis, you will affect the buildup of urea and creatinine in your blood. An appropriate daily intake of protein should be advised by your dietician.

Sajeev Kumar · Accepted Answer

Levels of creatinine in the blood reflect both the amount of muscle a person has and their amount of kidney function. Most men with normal kidney function have approximately 0.6 to 1.2 milligrams/deciliters (mg/dl) of creatinine. Most women with normal kidney function have between 0.5 to 1.1 mg/dl of creatinine. You have amrgianl increase and hence the dietician asked to stop foods that may increase the creatinine level in the blood by eating large amounts of protein foods e.g. Meat, fish, chicken, eggs, cheese, milk and yoghurt before commencing dialysis, you will affect the buildup of urea and creatinine in your blood. An appropriate daily intake of protein should be advised by your dietician.