The normal creatinine clearance value for an adult is ________ mL/minute.
A) 50 - 70
B) 80 - 130
C) 110 - 145
D) 130 - 165
B) 80 - 130
The normal creatinine clearance value for an adult is 80 - 130 mL/min. Creatinine clearance is an indicator of the glomerular filtration rate. In elderly patients, serum creatinine may be within normal values because of a lack of muscle mass, but there could still be a decrease in renal function.
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