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    What is Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test?

    The Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio (UPCR) test serves as an essential diagnostic test that provides vital information on kidney function. By assessing the concentrations of protein and creatinine (a byproduct generated by muscle activity) in a urine sample, this test helps in identifying and tracking kidney-related issues. In a healthy scenario, functional kidneys filter out waste products such as creatinine, helping in their elimination through urine. However, an increased presence of protein in the urine, signalled by a high UPCR, may indicate possible kidney damage. The UPCR test is crucial not just for diagnosing kidney ailments but also for evaluating the efficacy of treatments in conditions that can affect kidney health, including hypertension, diabetes, preeclampsia, and autoimmune disorders.

    If you reside in Hyderabad and your doctor has recommended a Urine PCR test, it’s important to complete it swiftly to identify potential health concerns early and ensure effective, timely care.

    Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test Parameters

    The Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio test evaluates three key components in urine: ● Protein ● Creatinine ● Protein/creatinine ratio

    The kidneys are essential in the urinary system, filtering waste products like creatinine from the bloodstream to be excreted in urine. They also manage the filtration and reabsorption of vital proteins, which are necessary for functions such as maintaining fluid balance and supporting immune defence. When kidney function is compromised, the kidneys have difficulty filtering and reabsorbing proteins effectively, resulting in protein leaking into the urine. The UPCR is calculated by dividing the protein concentration by the creatinine concentration in the urine.

    The Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio test is a useful method for evaluating kidney function. By assessing the levels of protein and creatinine in a single urine sample, the Urine PCR test provides reliable information on potential kidney damage.

    Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test Preparation

    Before scheduling a Urine PCR test at home, consider the following:

    • Prerequisites

    No fasting is required before the Urine PCR test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    The Urine PCR test can be performed at any time throughout the day.

    • Who Should Get a Urine PCR Test

    Your doctor may suggest this test to evaluate elevated protein levels in your urine, a condition known as proteinuria. It may also be recommended during pregnancy if signs of preeclampsia arise, which is characterized by high blood pressure and potential organ damage. Additionally, this test can be used to diagnose or monitor kidney damage and chronic kidney disease, particularly if symptoms are present or serum creatinine levels are abnormal.

    • Cautions Before Taking a Urine PCR Test

    No specific preparation is necessary for this test. However, it’s important to inform your doctor about any medications you are currently taking, as they may influence your test results.

    Why Take the Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test?

    A Urine PCR test at home has numerous benefits, including the following:

    • Quick, painless, and non-invasive.

    • Requires only a single urine sample.

    • Measures both protein and creatinine levels simultaneously.

    • Detects conditions affecting kidney function.

    • Monitors treatment effectiveness for kidney damage.

    • More convenient and reliable than tests requiring 24-hour urine collection.

    FAQs on Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test in Hyderabad

    The Urine PCR test costs ₹ 500. This price includes prompt home sample collection within 60 minutes after booking, with results provided within 9 hours.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides a home sample collection service for the Urine PCR test in Hyderabad. Your sample will be collected within 60 minutes after confirmation (dependent on availability of time slots).

    A Urine PCR test is performed to assess and measure protein levels in the urine, which helps in diagnosing and monitoring kidney health, proteinuria, and related issues such as chronic kidney disease.

    No, you do not need to fast prior to taking the Urine PCR test at home.

    To book a urine test or health checkup through our platform, follow these instructions:

    • Find the Test: Search for the Urine PCR test in Hyderabad or at home, then navigate to the Orange Health page.

    • Finalize Your Booking: Choose the test, review any necessary prerequisites, provide your location, and complete the booking by selecting a convenient time for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection: An experienced eMedic will come to your home to collect the sample at your scheduled time.

    • Laboratory Processing: The sample will be dispatched to our NABL-accredited and ICMR-approved lab for testing.

    • Receive Your Results: Test reports will be delivered via email or WhatsApp within 9 hours and will also be available through our app.

    The normal levels for a Urine PCR test are:

    • Protein: 0-12 mg/dL

    • Creatinine: 24-392 mg/dL

    • Protein/Creatinine Ratio:

      • Normal: < 0.2

      • Low-grade proteinuria: 0.2-1.0

      • Moderate proteinuria: 1.0-5.0

      • Nephrosis: > 5.0

    After you book the Urine PCR test, an eMedic from Orange Health Labs will arrive at your location for sample collection within 60 minutes. The collection process is efficient, and you can expect your results online within 9 hours following sample collection.

    The frequency of the Urine PCR test is determined by your doctor's advice, which is based on your health status and symptoms.

    The Urine PCR test evaluates three parameters: the levels of protein, creatinine, and the protein/creatinine ratio in urine.

    Orange Health provides rapid Urine PCR testing services in Delhi, allowing you to take the test conveniently at home without visiting a lab. Areas serviced for home sample collection 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. Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio [Internet]. Cleveland Clinic.  Available from:  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/23933-urine-protein-creatinine-ratio
    2. Kamińska J, Dymicka-Piekarska V, Tomaszewska J, Matowicka-Karna J, Koper-Lenkiewicz OM. Diagnostic utility of protein to creatinine ratio (P/C ratio) in spot urine sample within routine clinical practice. Crit Rev Clin Lab Sci. 2020 Aug.  Available from:  https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10408363.2020.1723487