Elevated creatine kinase (CK) level

What is elevated creatine kinase (ck) level?

Creatine kinase (CK), also known as creatinine phosphokinase (CPK) is an enzyme found mainly in the heart, brain, and skeletal muscle. Elevated levels result when the enzyme leaks into the bloodstream usually due to injury or stress to the heart, the brain, or muscle tissue.

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