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Urine microalbumin (spot)

Small amounts of albumin in urine.

General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.

Why it is done

Yearly kidney check in diabetes and high blood pressure.

Preparation

Early morning urine. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Early kidney damage (repeat to confirm). Low or negative may mean: Normal. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

⚠️ Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.

Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.

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Common questions

Why is Urine microalbumin (spot) done?
Yearly kidney check in diabetes and high blood pressure.

Do I need to prepare or fast for Urine microalbumin (spot)?
Early morning urine. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Early kidney damage (repeat to confirm). Low or negative may mean: Normal. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references

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