Question

Creatinine is not produced by

• A. Children
• B. Pregnant women
• C. Fasting persons
• D. Healthy males

Answer 1

The correct option is C Fasting persons

Creatinine is a non-protein nitrogenous compound that is produced by the breakdown of creatine in muscle.

Each day, 1% to 2% of muscle creatine is converted to creatinine.

Increased dietary intake of creatine or eating a lot of protein (like meat) can increase daily creatinine excretion.

If a person is on fast that means there is no dietary intake of proteins, simultaneously creatinine level will decrease.