Cystatin C is a protein and testing it can help to see if your Kidneys are working well.
Customize TestMonitor your kidney health at a deeper level with the Cystatin C Check Test , a highly sensitive diagnostic profile that measures serum cystatin C levels and estimates glomerular filtration rate (GFR) with greater accuracy than traditional creatinine-based tests. Because cystatin C is produced at a constant rate by all nucleated cells and filtered freely by the kidneys, this test offers valuable insight into kidney function even when other tests appear normal.
Kidney filtration plays a crucial role in removing waste, balancing fluids and electrolytes, and supporting long term health. Traditional creatinine based measurements often give inaccurate results because muscle mass, age, or diet can influence them. A Cystatin C test avoids those issues because cystatin C levels remain steady and less affected by physical differences. This makes the test highly useful for older adults, bodybuilders, individuals with low muscle mass, or anyone who may show early signs of kidney impairment. When cystatin C levels rise, they can indicate reduced GFR and a higher risk of chronic kidney disease or cardiovascular complications.
Serum cystatin C concentration: The primary marker for kidney filtration efficiency.
Estimated GFR using cystatin C: A more reliable figure especially when creatinine results are unclear.
Optional add-on markers: Available combinations with creatinine, albumin–creatinine ratio or other renal biomarkers for enhanced evaluation.
This test is ideal for:
Individuals with known or suspected kidney impairment where creatinine may be misleading.
Young or very muscular people or older adults where muscle mass skews traditional filtration estimates.
Anyone wanting an early, accurate measure of kidney function prior to symptoms.
People with hypertension, diabetes or cardiovascular risk who need close monitoring of kidney filtration.
At Youth Revisited we combine precision diagnostics with ease of access and expert support. Our test includes home phlebotomy, fast UK turnaround, detailed clinical interpretation and personalised guidance all delivered through a trusted UK-based service.
UK laboratory analysis
Home sampling for convenience
Clinician-reviewed reports and recommendations
Clear, actionable results
Delivered with privacy and clarity
You will receive a full laboratory report showing your cystatin C level, estimated GFR value based on cystatin C, a clinician’s explanation of your results and personalised next-step guidance. If needed, you can add further renal or filtration tests for a comprehensive assessment.
Order securely online.
Book a home phlebotomy appointment at a convenient time.
Your sample is processed by a specialist UK lab.
Receive a detailed report , including clinical evaluation.
Don’t wait for symptoms. Detect early filtration issues and protect your kidney health with the Cystatin C Blood Test. Order today and get detailed clarity on how your kidneys are working behind the scenes.