What do the results mean?If your results show you have a higher than normal level of CK, it may mean you have an injury or disease of the muscles, heart, or brain. To get more information, your provider may order tests to check the levels of specific CK enzymes:If you have higher than normal CK-MM enzymes, it may mean you have a muscle injury or disease, such as muscular dystrophy or rhabdomyolis.If you have higher than normal CK-MB enzymes, it may mean you have an inflammation of the heart muscle or are having or recently had a heart attack.If you have higher than normal CK-BB enzymes, it may mean you have had a stroke or brain injury.Other conditions that can cause higher than normal CK levels include:Blood clotsInfectionsHormonal disorders, including disorders of the thyroid and adrenal glandsLengthy surgeryCertain medicinesStrenuous exerciseIf you have questions about your results, talk to your health care provider.Learn more about laboratory tests, reference ranges, and understanding results.
