Test Results For:
Albumin (Urine)
Test Overview
- Test Name
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Albumin (Urine)
- Test Code
- UALB
Short Description
Albumin (Urine)
Test Name
Albumin (Urine)
Test Code
UALB
Category
Urine Biochemistry
TAT
Main Lab:
4,
Hour(s)
Family Site:
<4hrs
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
Urine Random HCL
TAT
Main Lab:
4,
Hour(s)
Family Site:
<4hrs
Test Stability
Room Temp:
24 Hour(s)
2–8°C:
6 Day(s)
Methodology
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Specimen Type
Urine Random No Preservative
Other Type of Specimen Accepted
Urine Random HCL
Delay before pre-treatment
-
Transport temperature
15-25°C
Test stability at room temperature
24 Hour(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
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Patient Collection Note
-
LOINC Code
0158-5, 100158-5, 14957-5
Outwork
No