Protein (Urine)
A urine protein test measures the presence of proteins, such as albumin, in urine.
Source · Cleveland Clinic — what it is, what moves it
Reference Range
0.0 – 10.0mg/dL
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What Moves It
May increase with:
Heart failure
Kidney damage
Overexertion
Dehydration
Common questions
What is Protein (Urine)?
A urine protein test measures the presence of proteins, such as albumin, in urine.
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.
What can affect Protein (Urine)?
It may be higher with: Heart failure, Kidney damage, Overexertion, Dehydration.
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