Proteinuria Guide
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- Summary
- Definition
- Other Names
- How the Test is Performed
- How the Test will Feel
- How to Prepare for the Test
- Normal Results
- Risks
- What Abnormal Results Mean
- Why the Test is Performed
Definition
A protein urine test measures the amount of proteins, such as albumin, found in a urine sample. A blood test may also be done to measure the level of albumin. See: Serum albumin
Other Names
How the Test is Performed
Urine protein may be tested using a random sample of urine and a dipstick test, or it may require a 24-hour urine sample. See: 24-hour urine protein .
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Ans.D Since serum proteins are readily reabsorbed from urine, the presence of excess protein indicates either an insufficiency of absorption or impaired filtration. Nephritis has the effect of damaging and closing up...
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