Urine For Microalbumin

Urine for microalbuminuria is a urine test done for detecting the presence of albumin (protein) in urine, in very small quantities. Proteins are considered the building blocks of our system. They act as a driving force by generating the energy required by the body to function optimally. An adequate amount of protein from the food we eat in addition to that stored within the body results in more energy created in the body. But an excess of anything, even protein, is always harmful. Proteins are usually formed by the liver. Albumin is one such protein present in the human blood. Its function is to ensure energy for the cells so that the body can function smoothly. Albumin is counted among the most essential proteins in your system, as it is responsible for the repair of damaged tissues. Albumin also helps your tissue cells grow with the energy that it packs inside. It is mainly present in the blood. The kidney is an organ that functions by filtering unwanted waste or components from the blood and retaining healthy substances such as albumin within the blood. When the kidneys function optimally, it is considered a healthy kidney. The leakage of the protein albumin into the urine indicates kidney damage. Albumin in urine is an indicator or a risk marker to assess kidney damage. The urine microalbuminuria test is used to measure the smallest amount of albumin present in your urine. Based on the result range, your doctor will be able to tell if your kidneys are performing well or if there are any signs of kidney disease. If the amount of albumin in the urine sample is more, it is likely that your kidney is not functioning properly, which can mean you have kidney disease. A higher value, relative to the normal range, results in microalbuminuria. Speaking to a doctor should be your first step after you get your urine for microalbuminuria test results. Comorbid conditions such as diabetes and hypertension are the leading causes of kidney damage in India and worldwide. According to research, 17.2% of the Indian population is suffering from kidney disease.