Detection of protein loss in the urine which can be caused by: Diseases of the glomeruli (the kidneys’ filtering units), for
example Glomerulonephritis or Diabetes; urine infection.
Proteinuria can also be a symptom of some other conditions and diseases: for example: congestive heart failure, eclampsia in pregnancy.
Temporary proteinuria may occur after vigorous exercise or during fever. Sometimes, almost always in children, proteinuria can be detected later in the day, but not in the morning. This is
known as orthostatic Proteinuria and it is usually harmless.
Tube
08 (UR) – Urine 24 Hr
ID
Tests&Tubes0104
Additional information
Protein creatinine ratio (PCR) is a better alternative (please see entry for Protein Creatinine Ratio (PCR)).
Turn around
A&E: N/A
Day Case: N/A
In-Patient: 48 Hours
Out-Patient: 72 Hours
GP: 72 Hours
Send to
Blood Sciences Cross Site
Contact
For further details please contact Ä¢¹½tvÊÓƵ Pathology customer services: [email protected].
Collection Con
Accurately timed 24 hr collection.
Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing – No special requirements
Sample REQ
Urine
Ref. Range Notes
Blood Sciences Reference ranges available through the useful information and links page: [LINK]
Units
g/24h