Protein - Random (Spot), Urine
Understanding Protein - Random (Spot), Urine
What is Protein - Random (Spot), Urine?
Protein - Random (Spot) Urine is a test to measure the amount of proteins in urine. Normally traces of protein can be found in urine but detection of elevated amount of protein in urine may be due to impaired filtration capacity of kidneys. This condition might indicate a kidney damage.
This test is recommended to patients suffering from diabetes and hypertension as they are more prone to kidney problems. A regular monitoring of protein levels is mandatory to check the kidney health and avoid any further complications.
Sometimes a very low amount of protein can indicate urinary tract infection, dehydration or stones as well.
What is Protein - Random (Spot), Urine used for?
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To screen for excess protein in the urine
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To monitor kidney function
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To detect kidney damage
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To screen nephrotic syndromes
Interpreting Protein - Random (Spot), Urine results
Interpretations
Normal reference range irrespective of all age
Protein Total, Random Urine < 14.00 mg/dL
(Reference range may vary from lab to lab)
Levels are increased in diseases like:
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Diabetes
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Hypertension (High blood pressure)
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Nephrotic syndrome (High amounts of protein is passed through the kidneys into the urine)
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Drug nephrotoxicity (Toxicity in kidneys due to drugs)