This test is aslo known as "Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK)",CK, Total CK, Creatine Phosphokinase, CPK
The Creatine Kinase (CK) test is a laboratory test that measures the level of creatine kinase in the blood. Creatine kinase is an enzyme found primarily in the heart, skeletal muscles, and brain. The CK test provides information about the presence and activity of creatine kinase in the body.
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Your healthcare provider may recommend a Creatine Kinase (CK) test under the below mentioned circumstances:
Examination of Muscle Damage: The test is commonly ordered when there is suspicion of muscle injury or damage, such as in cases of muscle trauma, strenuous exercise, or certain muscle-related disorders. It helps in evaluating the extent of muscle damage and monitoring recovery.
Examination of Heart Conditions: Elevated levels of creatine kinase can indicate heart muscle damage, such as in myocardial infarction (heart attack). The test is often ordered alongside other cardiac markers to assess and diagnose heart-related conditions.
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