CPK (Creatine Phospho Kinase)

Overview:
The CPK test measures the level of creatine phosphokinase, an enzyme found in the heart, brain, and skeletal muscles. Elevated levels of CPK can indicate muscle damage or injury, including heart muscle damage (such as during a heart attack).

What it detects:
It detects elevated levels of CPK, which can indicate damage to muscles, including the heart muscle (myocardial infarction), skeletal muscle injury, or other conditions that affect muscle tissue.

Who should get it:
Individuals with symptoms of muscle injury, such as chest pain, muscle weakness, or difficulty breathing, or those who may have had a heart attack or trauma, may need this test.

Sample required:
A blood sample is required for this test.

Fasting requirements:
Fasting is not required for this test.

Processing time:
Results available on Same Day.