Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (ACR) is the preferred method to detect elevated protein. This ratio is calculated by dividing the albumin concentration in milligrams by creatinine concentration in grams. Measurement of ACR in a spot urine sample helps evaluate albuminueia.
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Is albumin-creatinie ratio of 67:93 a high reading?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old male. I have diabetes and hypertension. I am taking the following medicines. Telpres 40 twice a day, Zomelis 50 mg/1000 mg twice a day, and Etilaam S- 10 once in the night. Yesterday I did a microalbumin-creatinine ratio test which is 67:93. Is this ratio high? I am ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. ACR (albumin to creatinine ratio) of 30-300 equals what is called microalbuminuria. It is an effect of diabetes on the kidney. Telmisartan is a good treatment for it. Good control of diabetes, and also good control of blood pressure (below 130/80 mmHg) are mandat... Read Full »