Microalbumin Urine 24H

Microalbumin test is done to assess how well the kidneys are functioning. It may be done:

• In patients with type1 diabetes to see how well the kidneys are functioning. Usually advised to be done periodically few years post diagnosis.
• In type 2 diabetics usually done once every year. 
• In patients with high blood pressure which may affect the kidneys over time. 

Microalbumin test measures the level of albumin in the urine.

24 hour Urine should be collected in mug and transferred to relevant Urine container with or without preservative.

24-hour urine needs to be collected for the test in a desired container. It should then be transferred to an appropriate container. This can be done with or without a preservative. Before your Microalbumin 24 Hour Urine, let your doctor know if you are taking any drugs, have any allergies, or have any underlying medical conditions

High microalbumin levels in urine indicate problems in the functioning of the kidneys. This usually occurs due to long standing diabetes and high blood pressure. High levels may also occur temporarily due to certain medications, liver diseases, severe urinary tract infections and due to blood in urine. The doctor may advise further tests to confirm the diagnosis.

Elevated microalbumin concentrations in urine are a sign that the kidneys are not working properly. Usually, long-term high blood pressure and diabetes are the causes of KIDNEY DAMAGE. High amounts of microalbumin can also occur briefly as a result of some drugs, liver conditions, severe urinary tract infections, and blood in the urine. To confirm the diagnosis, the doctor might suggest more tests.

People with diabetes are advised to undergo an annual microalbuminuria test. This is because diabetes can harm the kidneys. A microalbuminuria test might be used by your doctor to detect kidney damage.

The microalbuminuria test may also be used by your doctor if you suffer from high blood pressure. Albumin can be released into the urine as a result of renal vessel damage brought on by high blood pressure. Your doctor will determine how frequently you need to do the test.

Typically, microalbuminuria has no symptoms. However, it could be one of the fundamental methods for spotting renal illness. Before a person has any symptoms, kidney damage could have already started. Thus, it is crucial for those who are at risk of developing kidney disease to regularly undergo the test. However, if you have severe kidney injury, your urine could look frothy. Oedema, or swelling, may also appear in your hands, feet, abdomen, and face. People suffering from long-term diabetes and/or hypertension are recommended to go for the test.

In general, no preparation is required for the Microalbumin Urine 24H test. You can eat and drink before going for the test. If you have any medical condition or are taking any medications inform your doctor beforehand. Your doctor will TELL YOU IF ANY PREPARATIONS ARE NEEDED FOR the Microalbumin 24H test.

Your body requires the protein albumin to support tissue repair and cell proliferation. It typically exists in the blood. Microalbuminuria is the presence of albumin in urine. It may indicate kidney impairment if your urine contains a particular amount of albumin.

To be considered to have microalbuminuria, two out of three urine collections must contain 30-300 mg of albumin in 24 hours.

Microalbumin/creatinine ratio is the ratio of albumin and creatinine present in the urine. Creatinine is a protein that is released by the muscles as a waste product. It is filtered by the kidneys and released into the urine. A high microalbumin/creatinine ratio (>=30) in urine indicates problems in the functioning of the kidneys and is measured to detect kidney damage.

Blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, and microalbumin/creatinine ratio are additional examinations that may be suggested in addition to a Microalbumin Urine 24H test, particularly if a patient has a known disease or kidney condition.

• Urine Albumin-creatinine ratio (UACR)
• Albumin-creatinine ratio (ACR)
• Urine albumin
• Microalbumin, urine

The Microalbumin Urine 24H is a diagnostic test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein, excreted in the urine over a 24-hour period to assess kidney function and detect early signs of kidney damage.

Yes, a home sample collection of Microalbumin Urine 24H from many laboratories is available including Metropolis Healthcare. A trained phlebotomist will provide a sterile container and instructions for urine collection at your doorstep.

The Microalbumin Urine 24H is used to assess kidney function, manage diabetes, monitor hypertension, and detect early signs of kidney disease.

The normal range for the Microalbumin Urine 24H is less than 30 mg/24 hr. A result between 30-300 mg/24 hr indicates microalbuminuria, while more than 300 mg/24 hr indicates microalbuminuria.

Individuals with diabetes, hypertension, and those suspected of having kidney damage or disease are eligible for the microalbumin 24H.

The benefits of the Microalbumin Urine 24H include early detection of kidney disease, guiding treatment adjustments, and monitoring kidney health in individuals with diabetes and hypertension. It helps identify kidney problems at an early stage, allowing for timely intervention and management.

For type 1 diabetics, the Microalbumin Urine 24H is advised a few years after diagnosis; for type 2 diabetics, it is usually performed once a year.

Start collecting urine in the morning after emptying your bladder.

No, fasting is not required for the Microalbumin Urine 24H.

Avoid intense exercise before and during the urine collection period.

The primary parameter included in the Microalbumin Urine 24H is the amount of albumin excreted in the urine over a 24-hour period.

The Microalbumin Urine 24H is done by collecting all urine samples over a 24-hour period in a sterile container provided by the laboratory.

The Microalbumin Urine 24H should be done:

• A few years after diagnosis for type 1 diabetics
• Annually for type 2 diabetics
• When kidney damage or disease is suspected
• For monitoring kidney function in individuals with hypertension

The Microalbumin Urine 24H becomes positive when the albumin level in the urine is 30 mg/24 hr or higher, indicating microalbuminuria.

The Microalbumin Urine 24H requires a 24-hour urine collection period. The process involves emptying your bladder in the morning, collecting all urine samples for the next 24 hours, and returning the collected urine to the laboratory for analysis.

The reports for the Microalbumin Urine 24H are usually available within 24 hours based on the day/time when the sample is collected and processed.