0
What does it mean if you have a high level of Protein in your Urine?
AvonDeloris
In the absence of other symptoms I can only give a very general answer to this question.
The kidneys' primary function is to maintain the fluid balance in the body and to excrete unwanted soluble chemicals. While doing this, the kidneys must conserve other important constituents circulating in the bloodstream.
Although healthy people do pass small amounts of protein in the urine normally, above a certain level suggests that there may be damage to the filter mechanism (the glomeruli) or inflammation.
A second source of protein in urine is blood that may come from any part of the kidney or urinary pathway.
High levels of protein in the urine may therefore be due to diseases of the kidney such as glomerulonephritis. It may also be due to general illnesses that also affect the kidney as in high blood pressure or heart failure.
Infections of the renal pathway such as cystitis or pyelonephritis may cause a high level of protein in the urine.
This finding is an important part of investigations for several conditions and is extremely important when considered with other symptoms that together indicate the cause.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What does a protein level of 3 mean?
When protein is found in the urine, it may mean that the kidneys are not working efficiently. A protein level of 3 means that there was +3 proteins in the urine and a follow up with the doctor should be initiated to check other kidney functioning levels.
What does it mean if you have positive protein in your urine?
It is not uncommon to find protein in your urine. This does not necessarily signify a major risk, however if it becomes reoccurring, your doctor may want to perform more testing.
If a urine test shows both blood and protein present what does this mean?
possible kidney stones
What does it mean to have too much protein in your blood?
Increased total protein values may be found in multiple myeloma, and conditions with high globulin concentration(lymphoproliferative disorders.)
What does dark and smelly urine mean?
It could mean a real problem you need to see your doctor about. But it more likely means, you aren't drinking enough fluids. Generally speaking, for man or woman, your urine should resemble weak lemonade. If it is more highly colored than that, you need more fluid intake.
What does a protein level of 3 mean?
When protein is found in the urine, it may mean that the kidneys are not working efficiently. A protein level of 3 means that there was +3 proteins in the urine and a follow up with the doctor should be initiated to check other kidney functioning levels.
What does it mean when a urine test states you have high urine content?
If you mean like high amount of urine: Polyuria. If you mean like high amount of particles inside the urine: High specific gravity = your urine may have high levels of glucose, protein, bilirubin, urobilinogen, or/and a lot of mucus, crystals, bacteria, and tissue/blood cells.
What does elevated albumin mean?
Elevated albumin means that a protein level is high. This could occur in urine or blood. By itself, it is not diagnostic. It has to be considered in light of the entire history and physical.
What does high level of protein in the blood mean?
If you have too much protein in your blood it is called hyperproteinemia. This is a condition caused by dehydration, an increase in protein consumption, or inflammation of the liver.
Is protein in normal urine?
Protein should not be found in the urine. Cause it may mean that your kidney is having a problem with its filtering of substances like protein and BUN.
What does it mean to have protein in your urine?
To recieved more carotain of my body
