Why do I need a creatinine test?You may need this test if you have symptoms of kidney disease. These include:FatiguePuffiness around the eyesSwelling in your feet and/or anklesDecreased appetiteFrequent and painful urinationUrine that is foamy or bloodyYou may also need this test if you have certain risk factors for kidney disease. You may be at higher risk for kidney disease if you have:Type 1 or type 2 diabetesHigh blood pressureA family history of kidney disease
