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Health Information Creatine phosphokinase test Creatine
phosphokinase (CPK) is an enzyme found mainly in the heart,
brain, and skeletal muscle. This article discusses the test to
measure the amount of CPK in the blood. CPK test; Creatine
kinase; CK test How the test is performed A blood sample is
needed. This may be taken from a vein. The procedure is called a
venipuncture. This test may be repeated over 2 or 3 days for if
you are a patient in the hospital. How to prepare for the test
Usually, no special preparation is necessary. Tell your doctor
about any medications you are taking. Drugs that can increase
CPK measurements include amphotericin B, certain anesthetics,
statins, fibrates, dexamethasone, alcohol, and cocaine. How the
test will feel When the needle is inserted to draw blood, you
may feel moderate pain, or only a prick or stinging sensation.
Afterward, there may be some throbbing. Why the test is
performed When the total CPK level is ver