Cystatin C Blood Test

Name: Cystatin C Blood Test
Brand: Bloody Good
Price: 90.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

$90.00 AUD

Concerned your creatinine result doesn't fully reflect your kidney function?

Measures cystatin C, a kidney function marker not affected by muscle mass or diet. More accurate than creatinine in older adults, very muscular individuals, and people with low muscle mass or obesity.

You will be emailed a referral to take to your local collection centre. If you ever have any questions, we're here to help.

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Order a test

Order the private test that suits you and your goals. After ordering, you will receive your referral by email.

Collect the sample

Attend one of our 4000+ partner collection centres throughout Australia. Search locations.

Receive your results

View all your lab results in your secure health dashboard. Easy!

Overview

Cystatin C is a small protein produced at a steady rate by nearly all cells in the body. It is freely filtered by the kidneys and not significantly influenced by muscle mass, diet, age, or sex, giving it an advantage over creatinine in certain populations.

Laboratories can calculate an eGFR from cystatin C alone or combine it with creatinine in a dual-marker equation, an approach increasingly used alongside single-marker equations to estimate kidney filtration rate.

Corticosteroid medications and thyroid disease can affect cystatin C levels independently of kidney function. Your practitioner will take these into account.

Symptoms

Suited to people whose creatinine-based eGFR may not accurately reflect kidney function, including older adults, those with low muscle mass, very muscular individuals, and people with obesity.

Questions

A protein produced at a steady rate by nearly all cells, freely filtered by the kidneys, and not affected by muscle mass.
Older adults, very muscular individuals, people with obesity, and those with low muscle mass from chronic illness.
No fasting is required.
Corticosteroid medications and thyroid disease.
Creatinine depends on muscle mass. Cystatin C is not affected by muscle mass, making it more reliable in certain populations.

Dr. Vu Tran
Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

How to prepare

No fasting is required. Drink water as normal. Unlike creatinine, cystatin C is not significantly affected by recent diet, exercise, or muscle mass changes. Let your practitioner know about corticosteroid medications or thyroid conditions.

After the test

Share your results with your GP or relevant specialist. Cystatin C is typically interpreted alongside creatinine and eGFR as part of a broader kidney function assessment.

Your test results will be available in your private dashboard. If there are any urgent issues, we'll let you know so you can follow up with your health professional.

Understanding results

Results are reported in milligrams per litre (mg/L). Your result report includes the reference range that applies to your sample, and your practitioner can explain what your number means in your context. Higher levels indicate lower kidney filtration capacity. Cystatin C can be elevated by corticosteroid use and thyroid dysfunction independently of kidney function.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book ahead?

Most collection centres accept walk-ins. Some may require a booking - check details when you click on your chosen location.

How do I know if I need to fast?

If your test needs fasting, we’ll include that in your instructions after you order. Fasting usually means no food for 8–12 hours, but water is fine.

What do I need to bring?

Just your pathology referral form (we email it to you)

Can I bring someone with me?

Of course. Just maybe don’t bring the friend who faints at the sight of blood.

What’s a phlebotomist?

They’re the highly trained professionals who take your blood sample - with a steady hand and a sharp needle. They love blood, but don’t worry… they’re not vampires. Just legends who make blood tests quick, clean, and (almost) painless.

What other samples may I need to provide for my test?

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