What color is urine when your kidneys are failing?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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When kidneys are failing, the increased concentration and accumulation of substances in urine lead to a darker color which may be brown, red or purple

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm 52 and I've been told I have diabetes with a creatinine level of 1.4. My urine creatinine is 15, which I understand is normal since it's below 30, and there are no proteins found. My HbA1c is 7.9. The Lifespan clinic suggested I see a kidney specialist because they believe my creatinine levels aren't related to my diabetes. Can you help me understand why my creatinine might be high if it's not due to diabetes?

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