Rhabdomyolysis history and symptoms
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History and Symptoms
In general, the diagnosis is made when an abnormal renal function and elevated CPK are observed in a patient. To distinguish the causes, a careful medication history is considered useful. Testing for myoglobin levels in blood and urine is rarely performed due to its cost, but may be useful.
Often the diagnosis is suspected when a urine dipstick test is positive for blood, but no cells are seen on microscopic analysis. This suggests myoglobinuria, and usually prompts a measurement of the serum CPK, which confirms the diagnosis.