Normal Serum Creatinine Levels

A nurse is preparing a patient for a diagnostic test involving the assessment of renal function. The healthcare provider has prescribed a serum creatinine test. It is essential for the nurse to understand the normal range of serum creatinine levels to properly evaluate the patient’s renal function. Normal serum creatinine levels for adult females typically range from _____ mg/dL and for adult males, the normal range is _____ mg/dL.