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Doctor shares worrying creatine blood warning that he faced himself

A doctor says creatine supplements can raise creatinine and affect kidney test results.
Dr. Karan Rajan’s blood tests initially suggested kidney issues, prompting further review.
Stopping creatine for a week restored kidney test readings to normal in the doctor’s case.
Creatine can stay in the system for six to eight weeks after stopping, influencing tests.
The doctor noted creatine is common for people who exercise but may mislead results if kidneys are already not normal.
The piece notes creatine is a naturally occurring substance that some use to boost strength.
The report quotes Dr. Karan Rajan and Dr. Jeremy London on kidney test interpretations.
The article frames creatine as common among exercisers, with potential other research directions.
The doctor’s personal experience is used to illustrate a wider caution about test interpretations.
The story includes broader health context, noting creatine's ongoing research areas.

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