What are the Clinical Implications of Increased Myoglobin?
Clinically, elevated myoglobin levels can indicate acute muscle damage or disease. In the context of acute conditions like rhabdomyolysis, high myoglobin levels can lead to acute kidney injury due to its toxic effects on renal tubules. Therefore, timely intervention is crucial to prevent renal complications. Myoglobin levels are also monitored in patients with acute coronary syndrome to assess myocardial damage.
