A patient comes to radiology for an IVU.His laboratory report indicates a creatinine level of 0.7 mg/dL.What should be the technologist's next step?

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A creatinine level of 0.7 mg/dL is within the normal range and there is no need to stop the exam or notify the radiologist or referring physician. The technologist can proceed with the study as planned. If the creatinine level was elevated, it would be necessary to take further action and possibly delay the exam or choose a different imaging modality that is safer for the patient's renal function.

A Patient Comes to Radiology for an IVU