CAS No.: 60-27-5
Molecular Formula: C₄H₇N₃O
Molecular Weight: 113.12 g/mol
Creatinine is a naturally occurring organic compound formed as a metabolic product of creatine in muscle tissue. In pharmaceutical and biochemical applications, Creatinine is widely used as a reference standard, biochemical reagent, and raw material in diagnostic test kits for kidney function evaluation.

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FAQs

What is creatinine?
Creatinine is a waste product generated by the muscles during normal metabolism, specifically from the breakdown of creatine. It is primarily excreted through the kidneys and is often measured to assess kidney function.

What is creatinine used for?
Creatinine is commonly used as a biomarker in clinical settings to assess renal function. It is often measured in blood and urine tests to evaluate kidney health, particularly the glomerular filtration rate (GFR).

Is creatinine related to creatine?
Yes. Creatinine is produced from creatine, a substance that helps supply energy to muscles. While creatine is stored in muscles, it undergoes a natural conversion to creatinine, which is then excreted by the kidneys.

Is creatinine used in any pharmaceutical applications?
Creatinine itself is not typically used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient but is important in diagnostic testing to assess kidney function and overall health. It may be involved in formulations aimed at improving kidney health or assessing drug effects on renal function.

Is creatinine safe for use in cosmetics or other personal care products?
Creatinine is generally not used in cosmetics or personal care products, as it is primarily a waste product and serves specific clinical diagnostic purposes. It is more relevant in medical and healthcare settings rather than consumer products.
Also Known As
Creatinine
1-Methylhydantoin-2-one
α-Methylhydantoin
Hydantoin-5-carboxamide
N-Methylhydantoin