[header] How to test kidney function [title] See your physician for a urine " acr " to test your kidney function. [step] The urine " acr " stands for the " albumin to creatinine ratio. " albumin is a protein that is normally present in your blood, and that should generally not be filtered in excess quantities through your kidneys into your urine.
[header] How to test kidney function [title] See your physician for a urine " acr " to test your kidney function. [step] The urine " acr " stands for the " albumin to creatinine ratio. " albumin is a protein that is normally present in your blood, and that should generally not be filtered in excess quantities through your kidneys into your urine.
You should have a doctor examine your kidney for this protein so they can conduct accurate tests. In addition, you can purchase albumin testing kits at your local pharmacy or at a drug store. [substeps] Regular urine tests are unlikely to provide accurate results. [title] Check the ph level of your urine. [substeps] A urine test reveals where your kidneys are located in your body, which will make them easier to safely diagnose. A urine test is beneficial if you have abnormal kidney function in your body. It is for this reason that protein in your urine (such as albumin) can be indicative of kidney disease. [substeps] If your urine acr comes back " positive, " the test should be repeated for confirmation.