Systematic review reveals higher normal serum creatine kinase levels across diverse racial groups, highlighting the need for population-specific laboratory reference ranges.
Normal CK values might be higher than previously suggested, especially among specific racial groups. Each laboratory should ideally determine its reference values for CK that reflect its local population.
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