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Protein (urine)
Urinary protein (proteinuria) is a measure that reflects the presence of protein in the urine. Proteins, such as albumin, are essential components of the blood, but they are usually not present in urine in significant amounts. Elevated urinary protein can indicate kidney damage or disease, as healthy kidneys normally prevent substantial protein loss through urine.
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Who would benefit from testing their urinary protein levels?
Testing for urinary protein levels is beneficial for individuals at risk of kidney disease, such as those with diabetes, high blood pressure, a family history of kidney disease, or certain ethnic backgrounds that are at higher risk. It’s also important for people showing symptoms of kidney problems, such as swelling in the legs, ankles, or around the eyes.
What are symptoms of protein in the urine?
- Foamy or bubbly urine
- Swelling in the legs, ankles, feet, or around the eyes
- Fatigue or weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Unexplained weight gain
How do you lower your urinary protein levels?
To lower urinary protein levels, it’s important to address the underlying causes. This may involve managing chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure through medication and lifestyle changes. A diet low in salt and protein, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding harmful substances like tobacco and NSAIDs can also help. Regular exercise and control of blood sugar levels are crucial. In some cases, medications like ACE inhibitors or ARBs are prescribed to reduce proteinuria.
What factors affect urinary protein levels?
- Chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure
- Infections affecting the kidneys
- Medications that may harm the kidneys
- Dehydration or overhydration
- Strenuous exercise or stress
- Dietary factors, like high protein intake
- Underlying kidney conditions or diseases
Tests containing this item
A urinary tract infection occurs when microorganisms, typically bacteria from the digestive tract, become trapped at the opening of the urethra and start to multiply. In most cases, the bacteria first start to grow in the urethra. This urinary tract infection test is a simple at-home test with instant results to test for the presence of an ongoing urinary tract infection. The test checks for leukocytes, nitrate, and blood in your urine sample to detect a possible urinary tract infection.
€ 14.99 EUR
The kidneys are essential for filtering waste products from our blood and regulating the body’s water balance, salt balance, and blood pressure. GetTested’s Kidney test measures creatinine, protein, and urine density through urine, and the test result is displayed by visually comparing it with a color chart included in the package.
€ 14.99 EUR
