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| - | + | This protein is the most widely used biomarker of kidney function. If kidney function and glomerular filtration rate decline, the blood levels of cystatin C rise. Also, the serum levels of cystatin C are a more precise test of kidney function than serum creatinine levels. | |
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Cystatin c or cystatin 3 is a protein encoded by the CST3 gene, is mainly used as a biomarker of kidney function. Cystatin C is a protein that is produced by the cells in your body. When your kidneys are working well, they need to maintain a certain level of cystatin C your blood. It will need to be just right at that point. If the cystatin C level is too high, it might indicate that there might be some issues with the kidneys
An Introduction of Cystatin C
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