ACR Test in Pune
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ACR test measures the amount of protein called albumin in your urine to detect kidney damage or disease.
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Overview
The ACR test is a urine test that measures the amount of albumin (a protein) and creatinine in the urine. It is used to screen for and monitor kidney disease. The test is performed by collecting a urine sample and analyzing it in a laboratory. ACR stands for Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio.
Who should do this test?
People with diabetes: The ACR (Albumin Creatinine Ratio) test is recommended for people with diabetes to detect early signs of kidney damage. Diabetes is a leading cause of kidney disease, and the ACR test can help identify kidney damage before symptoms appear.
People with high blood pressure: High blood pressure is another leading cause of kidney disease. The ACR test may be done for people with high blood pressure to check for signs of kidney damage.
People with a family history of kidney disease: If you have a family history of kidney disease, your doctor may recommend the ACR test to check for early signs of kidney damage. Early detection and treatment can help slow the progression of kidney disease.
What to do if the test is abnormal?
Consult with your healthcare provider: If your ACR test results are abnormal, the first step is to consult with your healthcare provider. They may recommend further tests or treatment options depending on your individual situation.
Manage underlying conditions: Abnormal ACR levels can be caused by underlying conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or kidney disease. Managing these conditions through medication, lifestyle changes, and regular check-ups can help improve your ACR levels.
Make lifestyle changes: In addition to managing underlying conditions, making lifestyle changes such as reducing salt intake, quitting smoking, and exercising regularly can help improve ACR levels. Your healthcare provider can provide guidance on the best approach for your individual situation.
What is the normal range of Albumin / Creatinine ratio?
The normal range for adult males is Not DefinedThe normal range for adult females is Not Defined.Frequently Asked Questions
What does diabetes do to my kidneys?
Diabetes causes damage to the blood supply of your kidneys. . The kidney is a filter of the blood, diabetes damages the holes in the filter and causes the size of the filter holes to increase.
Diabetes destroy's the filtration capacity of kidneys
How does diabetes worsen filtration capacity of kidney?. As a result, the filter does not work properly. . The worst effect is that protein from your blood starts leaking into your urine.
Why does diabetes cause protein leakage from blood into urine?
Diabetes damages the kidney filter, and due to this proteins from the blood leak into the urine.. Just imagine that you are loosing proteins from your blood into your urine. This has many negative effects. . Your muscle mass reduces, your blood pressure is affected and your immunity becomes low.
Does diabetes cause scarring inside the kidney?
If your sugar is out of control, for many days or years, there is progressive scarring inside the kidney. . Long term damage of this kind leads to kidney failure. Most of the cases of people who need kidney transplant, are due to diabetes and blood pressure.
Is kidney damage due to diabetes reversible?
In the early stages the kidney damage is reversible, the best way is to measure the ACR level in the urine. . In later stages, there is NO WAY TO REVERSE THE DAMAGE. . Early detection is THE ONLY AND BEST WAY TO PREVENT ADDITIONAL COMPLICATIONS.
What is the normal range of the albumin to creatinine ratio
The normal range of albumin to creatinine ratio is 0-30 ug/mg. A value between 30 to 300 ug/mg is considered to be microalbuminurea. A value above 300 ug/mg is classified as overt proteinurea and is indicative of kidney damage.
Why Choose Pathofast for ACR Test
Pathofast Lab in Pune, is the best lab in Pune for accurate and reliable blood tests. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the ACR Test in various areas of Pune.
You can be assured of quality service and timely and accurate reports
Home Sample Collection is Available for ACR Test at the following locations in Pune :
- Jangli Maharaj Nagar
- Ravet
- Viman Nagar
- Shastrinagar, Yerawada
- NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa
- Camp
- Aundh
- Baner
- Dattwadi
- Undri
- Pimpri-Chinchwad
- Kalyani Nagar
- Koregaon Park
- Sadashiv Peth