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    What is Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test?

    The Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio (UPCR) test is an important diagnostic tool that provides crucial insights into kidney health. By measuring the levels of protein and creatinine (a waste product formed by muscle activity) in a urine sample, this test helps identify and monitor conditions related to kidney function. Normally, healthy kidneys filter waste products like creatinine, which are then expelled from the body through urine. However, an increase in protein levels in the urine, indicated by a higher UPCR, can suggest possible kidney damage. This test is essential not only for diagnosing kidney diseases but also for monitoring treatment effectiveness in conditions that could compromise kidney health, such as hypertension, diabetes, preeclampsia, and autoimmune disorders.

    If you're in Mumbai and your doctor has ordered a Urine PCR test, you should complete it promptly to detect health risks early and facilitate timely, effective treatment.

    Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test Parameters

    The Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio test assesses the following three parameters in urine: ● Protein ● Creatinine ● Protein/creatinine ratio

    The kidneys are crucial to the urinary system, filtering waste products like creatinine from the blood so they can be eliminated through urine. They also oversee the filtration and reabsorption of important proteins that are vital for maintaining bodily functions like fluid regulation and immune protection. In cases of reduced kidney function, the kidneys struggle to effectively filter and reabsorb proteins, leading to their presence in the urine. The UPCR is determined by dividing the amount of protein by the amount of creatinine found in the urine.

    The Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio test serves as a reliable method for monitoring kidney function. By measuring both protein and creatinine levels in one urine sample, the Urine PCR test delivers an accurate assessment of possible kidney damage.

    Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test Preparation

    Here’s what you should keep in mind before arranging a Urine PCR test at home:

    • Prerequisites

    Fasting is not required prior to the Urine PCR test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    You can book the Urine PCR test at any time during the day.

    • Who Should Get a Urine PCR Test

    This test may be recommended by your doctor to assess high protein levels in your urine, known as proteinuria, or during pregnancy if symptoms of preeclampsia are present, a complication that involves elevated blood pressure and possible organ damage. It is also useful for diagnosing or monitoring kidney damage and chronic kidney disease, especially if there are symptoms or irregular serum creatinine levels.

    • Cautions Before Taking a Urine PCR Test

    No special preparation is necessary for this test. But, you should notify your doctor about any medications you’re taking, as they could affect the outcomes of your test.

    Why Take the Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test?

    The advantages of performing a Urine PCR test at home are as follows:

    • Fast, painless, and non-invasive.

    • Only a single urine sample is needed.

    • Assesses protein and creatinine levels at the same time.

    • Identifies issues that affect kidney function.

    • Helps monitor the effectiveness of treatments for kidney damage.

    • More convenient and reliable than tests that require a 24-hour urine collection.

    FAQs on Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine Test in Mumbai

    The Urine PCR test is priced at ₹ 500. This cost includes rapid home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking, with results available within 9 hours.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides home sample collection for the Urine PCR test in Mumbai. Your sample will be collected within 60 minutes after confirming your test (subject to slot availability).

    The Urine PCR test is designed to detect and measure protein levels in urine, assisting in the diagnosis and monitoring of kidney function, proteinuria, and associated conditions like chronic kidney disease.

    No, fasting is not necessary before undergoing the Urine PCR test at home.

    To schedule a urine test or health checkup through our platform, follow these steps:

    • Search the Test: Look for the Urine PCR test in Mumbai or at home and navigate to Orange Health’s page.

    • Confirm Your Booking: Select the test, check any prerequisites, enter your location, and finalize the booking by choosing a convenient time for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection: A trained eMedic will visit your home at your selected time to collect the sample.

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

    • Receive Your Results: Your test reports will be delivered via email or WhatsApp within 9 hours and can also be accessed 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

    Once you book the Urine PCR test, an eMedic from Orange Health Labs will visit your location for sample collection within 60 minutes. The collection is quick, and you will receive your results online within 9 hours after the sample is taken.

    The interval for the Urine PCR test is based on your doctor’s recommendations, which depend on your specific condition and symptoms.

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

    Orange Health offers efficient Urine PCR testing services in Mumbai, allowing you to complete the test at home without needing to go to a lab. The localities served for home sample collection include, but are not limited to, Colaba, Nariman Point, Marine Drive, Malabar Hill, Churchgate, Worli, Dadar, Parel, Byculla, Bandra, Andheri, Juhu, Ghatkopar, Powai, Chembur, Vashi, Belapur, Santacruz, Khar, Versova, Lokhandwala, Goregaon, Borivali, Kandivali, Mulund, Bhandup, Kurla.

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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