Protein (Urine)
Urine protein measures the amount of protein excreted in the urine, which is normally very low.
Why it matters: Elevated urine protein can indicate kidney damage or disease, such as glomerulonephritis, diabetic nephropathy, or hypertension-related kidney injury.
What is Protein (Urine)?
Urine protein measures the amount of protein excreted in the urine, which is normally very low.
What might a high or low Protein (Urine) mean?
Elevated urine protein can indicate kidney damage or disease, such as glomerulonephritis, diabetic nephropathy, or hypertension-related kidney injury.
What is the typical reference range for Protein (Urine)?
The general-population reference range shown here is 0 – 10 mg/dL. Reference ranges describe the general population and are not a personal target — discuss your results with your physician.
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