Test Results For:
Albumin/creatinine ratio (urine)-Outwork
Test Overview
- Test Name
-
Albumin/creatinine ratio (urine)-Outwork
- Test Code
- UALBCR-OUT
Short Description
Albumin/creatinine ratio (urine)-Outwork
Test Name
Albumin/creatinine ratio (urine)-Outwork
Test Code
UALBCR-OUT
Category
Urine Biochemistry
TAT
Main Lab:
1
Day(s)
Family Site:
1 Day
Specimen(s)
1 x Urine - 20 mL Sterile Urine container - Red - Urine Random No Preservative
Specimen Type
Urine Random No Preservative
Specimen Format
Sterile Urine container
Specimen Colour
Red
Specimen Volume
20 mL
Sampling Order
0
Origin
Urine
Collection Time after baseline
-
Transport Temperature
15-25°C
Accepted Other Specimens
Urine24H-No preservative
TAT
Main Lab:
1
Day(s)
Family Site:
1 Day
Test Stability
Room Temp:
1 Day(s)
2–8°C:
6 Day(s)
Methodology
-
Specimen Type
Urine Random No Preservative
Other Type of Specimen Accepted
Urine24H-No preservative
Delay before pre-treatment
-
Transport temperature
15-25°C
Test stability at room temperature
1 Day(s)
Test stability at 2–8°C
6 Day(s)
Haemolysis interference
No
Clinical Interest
The urinary microalbumin assay measures small quantities of albumin in the urine. Albumin is a protein normally present in the blood, and its presence in the urine, especially in small quantities, can be an early sign of kidney damage.
This test is very useful for the early detection of diabetic nephropathy, a common complication of diabetes that can lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney failure.
In patients with hypertension, microalbuminuria is an early marker of kidney damage. It may indicate that the kidneys are under stress due to high blood pressure, prompting treatment to be adapted to protect renal function.
The presence of microalbuminuria is also associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, such as heart attacks and strokes, particularly in patients with diabetes or hypertension.
Clinical Information Required
-
Patient Collection Note
-
LOINC Code
000-4, 30000-4
Outwork
Yes