Microalbumin (Urine)
Measures small amounts of albumin in urine. Elevated levels indicate early kidney damage.
Category: Urinalysis
Also known as: urinary microalbumin
Reference range: 0–25 mg/L (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: mg/L
High values may indicate
High levels suggest kidney damage, often seen in diabetes or hypertension.
Low values may indicate
Normal levels indicate healthy kidney function.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Microalbumin (Urine) level?
- A typical reference range for Microalbumin (Urine) is 0–25 mg/L (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- What units is Microalbumin (Urine) measured in?
- Microalbumin (Urine) is most commonly reported in mg/L. Labs in different countries may use other units — you can convert between them with BloodId's blood test unit converter.
- Where do Microalbumin (Urine) reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Microalbumin (Urine) over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Microalbumin (Urine) over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
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