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Protein ua 100 mg is that normal for a 19 year old?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

If the urine is concentrated, that result can be normal but if the urine is diluted, the result can be high. To be accurate, the urine creatinine should be done at the same time so we can calculate the protein/creatinine (mg/mg). If the ratio is less than 0.2, the amount of protein in the urine is likely normal.

Answered 9/8/2022

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No. It is higher than is considered healthy. Unless you were severely dehydrated or urine was contaminated with vaginal secretions, it would be prudent to consult a nephrologist. Visit this site for information: https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-problems/protein-urine

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