Of the following chemical tests on a person's blood, which is the most commonly used measure of renal function?
A) Serum chloride levels
B) Serum creatinine levels
C) Serum potassium levels
D) Urinary sodium levels

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Serum creatinine is measured in standard blood chemistry tests and is used clinically as a rough gauge of renal function (or dysfunction). In general, the higher the creatinine level in the serum, the lower the effectiveness of kidney function.

Of the Following Chemical Tests on a Person's Blood, Which