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Do normal ''standard'' urine dipstick tests measure protein/creatinine ratio? or do they only calculate protein by mg/dl?

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NO: No dipsticks just test protein, it is a rough estimate.

Dr Klauber and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/5/2021

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