Is a urinary microalbumin level of 97 mg/24h serious?
I went to the hospital for a checkup, and my urine microalbumin level was 97 mg/24h. I'm really anxious and have no idea what this means. I just want to ask the doctor, is this condition serious?
Doctor's answer (1)
In general, a urinary microalbumin level of 97 mg/24h falls within the elevated range and usually indicates possible early kidney damage or abnormalities, but does not necessarily imply severe disease.
Under normal circumstances, the reference value for 24-hour urinary microalbumin is generally less than 30 mg. When the urinary microalbumin level reaches 97 mg/24h, it suggests significant kidney damage or dysfunction of the glomerular filtration membrane. Increased urinary microalbumin may be an early sign of various kidney diseases, such as diabetic nephropathy, primary glomerulonephritis, or secondary kidney disease. Patients are advised to seek medical attention promptly for kidney function tests, blood glucose, blood pressure, and other related examinations to determine the cause and extent of kidney damage.
In daily life, patients should also pay attention to adjusting their lifestyle, such as following a low-salt diet, controlling body weight, quitting smoking, and limiting alcohol consumption, to reduce the burden on the kidneys and slow disease progression. Additionally, regular follow-up tests for urinary microalbumin, serum creatinine, glomerular filtration rate, and other indicators are recommended to allow timely adjustment of treatment plans.
