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The 24-Hour Urine for Microalbumin test is used to measure the amount of microalbumin (a small amount of albumin protein) excreted in urine over a 24-hour period. Albumin is a protein normally found in the blood, but when the kidneys are damaged or stressed, small amounts can leak into the urine, even before more significant kidney damage occurs.

Key Points about the Test:

• Microalbumin: This refers to low levels of albumin in the urine that are not detectable in routine urine tests but can be an early sign of kidney dysfunction, particularly in conditions like diabetes or hypertension.

• 24-Hour Collection: The test requires collecting all urine over a 24-hour period to get an accurate measurement of how much albumin is being excreted. This helps eliminate the variability that can occur with single urine samples.

Purpose of the 24-Hour Urine for Microalbumin Test:

• Early detection of kidney damage: The test is often used to detect early signs of kidney disease, especially in patients with risk factors like diabetes or high blood pressure. Microalbuminuria (the presence of microalbumin in urine) is often an early indicator of kidney problems.

• Monitor kidney function in high-risk populations: It is especially useful for people with diabetes or hypertension to monitor kidney health, as they are at increased risk for diabetic nephropathy or other forms of kidney damage.