Protein in Urine
Acesse agora, gratuitamente, o National Institutes of Health e consulte, com o suporte da inteligência artificial do ProtoMedi, informações técnicas detalhadas sobre este e outros medicamentos. Obtenha respostas rápidas e confiáveis sobre interações, indicações e precauções — no momento em que você mais precisa
Dados do National Institutes of Health
| Protein in Urine : What is a protein in urine test? A protein in urine test measures how much protein is in your urine (pee). Normally, you have very little protein in your urine. A large amount of protein in urine (proteinuria) may mean you have a kidney problem. Your kidneys are organs that filter extra water and waste out of your blood to make urine. Proteins are large molecules that are essential for your body to work properly. They have many important functions, including giving your body energy, rebuilding muscles, and helping your immune system. Protein is found in all parts of your body, including your blood. When your kidneys clean waste from your blood, tiny filters prevent the large protein molecules from leaving your body through your urine. If there is a problem with your kidneys, protein can leak into your urine. High protein levels in your urine over a period of time may be the first sign that kidney disease or another condition has damaged the filters in your kidneys. A protein in urine test can help you find kidney damage early. This may help your health care provider determine the best treatment. You can also start making changes to protect your kidneys. Other names: urine protein, 24-hour urine protein; urine total protein; ratio; reagent strip urinalysis | |
| Review Date: 02/12/2024 | Updated By: |