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Albumin Creatinine Ratio Testing (UALCR)

The Albumin Creatinine Ratio test is also known as a Urine ACR test.

All you need to know about testing Albumin Creatinine Ratio levels with a laboratory test

  • What is the Albumin Creatinine Ratio test for?
  • What if Albumin Creatinine Ratio results are high?
  • What if Albumin Creatinine Ratio results are low?

What Is The Albumin Creatinine Ratio Test For?

Albumin creatinine ratio detects small amounts of protein in urine, an early sign of kidney damage.

Conditions linked to Albumin Creatinine Ratio

Chronic kidney disease

Chronic kidney disease

Chronic kidney disease is a gradual loss of kidney function that affects around 1 in 10 people in the UK, often without symptoms in its early stages.

How To Test Albumin Creatinine Ratio

By buying a laboratory test kit with professional nurse or clinic collection, you can accurately measure Albumin Creatinine Ratio for total reassurance.

Professional analysis in an accredited laboratory ensures rapid result delivery.

Tests which include a Albumin Creatinine Ratio test:

What if Albumin Creatinine Ratio Results Are High?

A raised ratio can indicate possible kidney damage. This type of result is often treated as clinically significant and is commonly reviewed further to clarify the cause.

What if Albumin Creatinine Ratio Results Are Low?

A low ratio is generally considered normal and reassuring.

Why Take The Albumin Creatinine Ratio Test?

This test helps detect early kidney damage, especially in diabetes or high blood pressure. It provides a sensitive indicator of kidney health before other blood tests change. It supports monitoring and helps guide treatment to protect long term kidney function.

Who Should Take This Test?

Measure your Albumin Creatinine Ratio levels and with a nurse or clinic test kit

You get the convenient testing with the reassurance of professional clinical analysis. Your results are delivered quickly & securely online.

This Test is advised if you:

  • want the convenience of home testing without waiting for a GP appointment;
  • need a high quality, clinically accredited test done in a professional clinical laboratory.
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