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What is a MICROALBUMIN CREATININE RATIO URINE?

Microalbumin Creatinine Ratio (ACR) Urine is a test that measures the amount of albumin relative to creatinine in a urine sample. It helps detect small amounts of albumin leakage that may indicate early kidney damage. The test is particularly useful for screening and monitoring kidney health in people with diabetes, hypertension, or other conditions that increase the risk of chronic kidney disease, often before symptoms develop.

Additional Information

Also known as/ Other names: Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio (ACR), Urine, Urinary Albumin/Creatinine Ratio, Microalbumin/Creatinine Ratio, Spot Urine ACR Test, Urine Albumin-Creatinine Ratio (UACR)
Parameters: 3
Recommended for: M/F/Others
Sample Type: Random Urine
Patient Preparation: No prior preparation is required
Reports: Same Day

FAQs

Why is the urine ACR test performed?

It is commonly used to screen for and monitor kidney damage, particularly in people with diabetes, hypertension, or other conditions that increase the risk of kidney disease.

What is albumin?

Albumin is a protein produced mainly by the liver. Healthy kidneys normally prevent most albumin from passing into the urine.

What is creatinine in urine?

Creatinine is a waste product produced by normal muscle metabolism and eliminated through the kidneys. Measuring urine creatinine helps account for urine concentration when assessing albumin levels.

What does a high albumin-creatinine ratio mean?

A higher-than-normal ACR may indicate increased leakage of albumin through the kidney's filtering system and can be an early sign of kidney damage.

Can high blood pressure increase urine albumin?

Yes. Long-standing or poorly controlled hypertension can damage the kidneys and may result in increased urinary albumin.

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