Albumin Excretion Rate (AER) – 24 Hour Urine ₹550
Measures the amount of albumin protein excreted in urine over 24 hours. Helps detect early kidney damage, especially in people with diabetes, hypertension, or kidney disease risk.
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What is Albumin Excretion Rate (AER) – 24 Hour Urine Test?
The Albumin Excretion Rate (AER) test measures the total amount of albumin protein lost in urine during a 24-hour collection period. Albumin is normally retained in the blood by healthy kidneys. Increased albumin in urine may indicate kidney damage or early kidney disease.
Who should take this test?
- Patients with diabetes for early detection of diabetic kidney disease.
- Individuals with high blood pressure or cardiovascular risk.
- People with suspected kidney disorders.
- Patients with abnormal urine protein results.
- Doctor-recommended monitoring of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Preparation & Test Process
2) Collect all urine for the next 24 hours in the container.
3) On Day 2, include the first morning urine to complete the collection.
4) Return the container to the lab as instructed. Missing samples may affect accuracy.
How to interpret results
Results are reported as total albumin excretion in mg/24 hours.
Normal levels indicate healthy kidney filtration.
Moderately increased levels may indicate early kidney damage (microalbuminuria).
High levels may suggest significant kidney disease or protein loss.
Interpretation should always be done by a doctor along with other kidney function tests.
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