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CPK medical abbreviation
CPK means "creatine phosphokinase".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for CPK), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What CPK means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| creatine phosphokinase | None | Lab orders, Charting |
Also written: CK.
Example
Sample lab order: "CPK."
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Questions
What does CPK mean in medical terms?
CPK means "creatine phosphokinase".
Where is CPK used?
CPK shows up in lab orders and charting. Its category here is lab.
Is CPK on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. CPK is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.