High CPK levels can indicate muscle or tissue damage, such as from a heart attack, muscle disease, or brain injury.

No, fasting is generally not required for the CPK Total Test.

Intense exercise or physical activity shortly before the test may temporarily elevate CPK levels.

The frequency of testing depends on the condition being monitored and your healthcare provider’s recommendations.

Abnormal CPK Total Test results may require further evaluation to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.

Chronic kidney disease is a long-term condition where the kidneys gradually lose function over time, leading to waste buildup in the body.

Common causes include diabetes, high blood pressure, glomerulonephritis, polycystic kidney disease, and recurrent kidney infections.

Symptoms may include fatigue, swelling in ankles and feet, nausea, shortness of breath, confusion, and decreased urine output.

Diagnosis is made through blood tests, urine tests, imaging studies, and sometimes a kidney biopsy to assess kidney function and damage.

Treatments include medications to manage symptoms, lifestyle changes, dialysis, and in severe cases, kidney transplantation.

Risks include infection, bleeding, scarring, graft failure, and complications related to anesthesia.