Cystatin C
Cystatin C is a protein filtered by the kidneys and used as an alternative or complementary marker of glomerular filtration rate.
Why a doctor may order this
To estimate GFR, especially when creatinine-based estimates may be unreliable.
Why you may need this
Alternative kidney filtration marker when creatinine is less reliable.
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