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    What is Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test?

    The Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine test measures the amount of albumin, a protein in the blood, in relation to creatinine, a byproduct of muscle metabolism, in your urine. Normally, healthy kidneys prevent larger proteins like albumin from passing into the urine, while filtering out waste products such as creatinine. When kidney function is compromised, increased levels of albumin, known as albuminuria or proteinuria, may appear in the urine. This can be an early sign of kidney damage, particularly in individuals with conditions like diabetes or hypertension, and warrants further investigation to prevent worsening kidney function.

    If you have concerns about your kidney health, taking a Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine test in Hyderabad offers a simple and efficient way to detect early signs of damage.

    Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test Parameters

    The Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio test focuses on a single parameter: the amount of albumin in the urine relative to creatinine. In healthy individuals, albumin is either absent or present in very small amounts in the urine. When kidney function is impaired, higher levels of albumin may be detected. In contrast, creatinine is consistently found in urine. By comparing albumin to creatinine, this test offers a more precise assessment of albumin excretion.

    Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test Preparation

    • Prerequisites: Fasting is not necessary for the Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested : You can take this test at any time of day unless your doctor advises a specific time or method for sample collection.

    • Who Should Get a Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine Test: This test is recommended for individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of kidney disease to detect early signs of kidney damage.

    • Cautions Before Taking a Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine Test: It’s advisable to avoid vigorous physical activity before the test, as it may cause a temporary spike in albumin levels. Additionally, refrain from eating meat for at least 24 hours prior, as it could affect creatinine levels. Check with your doctor for any other special instructions to ensure the test’s accuracy.

    Why Take the Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test?

    The Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio test plays a crucial role in diagnosing and managing kidney diseases, serving the following purposes:

    • Early detection : It helps identify albumin in the urine, an early indicator of kidney damage, often before significant symptoms arise.

    • Risk assessment : This test is useful for monitoring kidney health in individuals at higher risk, including those who:

    • Have high blood pressure

    • Have diabetes

    • Are obese

    • Have heart disease

    • Have a family history of diabetes, hypertension, or kidney disease

    • Are over the age of 50

    • Smoke

    • Are pregnant and showing signs of preeclampsia (high blood pressure)

    • Monitoring treatment : For individuals diagnosed with kidney disease, the test is valuable in tracking disease progression and evaluating the effectiveness of treatment.

    Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test Results and Interpretation

    Normal Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio test results should be under 30 milligrams per gram (mg/g), indicating minimal or no albumin leakage into the urine, which suggests healthy kidney function. Here's what abnormal levels may signify:

    Elevated levels: Results between 30-300 mg/g may indicate microalbuminuria, which refers to the presence of a small amount of albumin in the urine, an early sign of kidney damage.

    Extremely elevated levels: Results above 300 mg/g may indicate macroalbuminuria, a condition that signals a higher amount of albumin in the urine and potentially more severe kidney damage.

    Test results can be affected by factors such as age, race, muscle mass, and diet. If your levels are abnormal, your doctor may recommend further tests, including an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) blood test. It’s essential to discuss your results with your doctor to fully understand them and take steps to reduce albumin levels in the urine.

    FAQs on Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test in Hyderabad

    The Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine Test in Hyderabad costs ₹ 600. This includes home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking, with results available in 9 hours.

    Yes, Orange Health provides the Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine test with home sample collection. Your sample can be collected at home within 60 minutes of booking, depending on slot availability.

    The Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine test is utilised to detect kidney disease by assessing albumin levels in the urine, particularly in individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure, or other risk factors.

    No fasting is required for the Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine test.

    Here are the steps to book any blood test or health checkup using our platform:

    Find the Test : Look for the Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine test in Hyderabad and click on the Orange Health page.

    ● Examine and Confirm : Select the test, review any requirements, enter your location, and finalize the booking by choosing a suitable time for home sample collection.

    Collection of Sample : At the scheduled time, a trained eMedic will come to your home to collect the sample.

    Lab Processing : The sample will be sent to our laboratory, which is ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited, for analysis.

    Receive Results : Your test results will be sent via email or WhatsApp within 9 hours and will also be available through our app.

    Normal values for the Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine Test should be below 30 mg/g.

    Once you book a Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine Test in Hyderabad, Orange Health Labs will collect your sample within 60 minutes. Your reports will be accessible online within 9 hours.

    Your doctor will advise you on how often to have a Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio test, depending on your individual requirements.

    The Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine test measures the levels of albumin and creatinine in the urine, yielding a ratio that assists in evaluating kidney function and identifying possible damage.

    Orange Health offers the Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio Urine Test at home across Hyderabad, so you don't have to visit a physical laboratory. Localities in Hyderabad where home collection of samples is available include but are not limited to  Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, Gachibowli, Madhapur, Hitech City, Kondapur, Begumpet, Somajiguda, Ameerpet, Panjagutta, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Manikonda, Secunderabad, Tarnaka, Abids, Koti, Mehdipatnam, Dilsukhnagar, Uppal, LB Nagar, Nallagandla, Nizampet, Attapur, Malkajgiri.

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    References

    1. Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio [Internet]. Medline Plus.  Available from:  https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/microalbumin-creatinine-ratio/
    2. Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio [Internet]. Cleveland Clinic  Available from:  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/23933-urine-protein-creatinine-ratio
    3. Urine Albumin-Creatinine Ratio (uACR) [Internet]. National Kidney Foundation.  Available from:  https://www.kidney.org/kidney-failure-risk-factor-urine-albumin-creatinine-ratio-uacr