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Microalbumin, Urine
This spot urine test measures a small amount of albumin in one specimen. It differs from a ratio and from a full-day urine collection.
Price for this test on its ownAED 180Test price AED 80
Clinical authorDr Nirupama SabhapathySpecialist Clinical Pathology
- Sample
- Urine
- Laboratory turnaround
- 24 hours
- Collection
- Dubai
- Laboratory
- Intel Lab
Understanding the test
What does the Urine Microalbumin test measure?
Also called Early Kidney Damage Marker
A clinician may request spot urine albumin in follow-up of diabetes, high blood pressure or suspected kidney changes.
When it may be requested
Checking urinary albumin
The test examines the urine sample for small amounts of albumin.
Following a previous result
Your clinician may compare it with a ratio or repeat testing under similar collection conditions.
Before your sample
Prepare for collection
SpecimenUrine
Your checklist
A first-morning, clean midstream urine sample is preferred. Report fever, urinary symptoms, menstruation or strenuous exercise that might affect the result.
Use the collection container and instructions supplied for this order. The sampling method depends on the test, so confirm the instructions before collecting at home.
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Understanding your result
24 hoursLaboratory turnaround
Result guideMicroalbumin, Urine
Reading your result
The result describes albumin concentration in that specimen. A repeat or a ratio to urine creatinine may help account for dilution.
What can affect it
- Urine dilution and temporary illness can influence the reported concentration.
From sample to follow-up
Your testing journey
Laboratory testMicroalbumin, Urine
- Specimen
- Urine
- Turnaround
- 24 hours
Open your laboratory report
Look for Microalbumin, Urine in your report. Use the sample type and collection time when comparing it with an earlier report.
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Discuss the next step
Ask whether the urine concentration or a paired urine creatinine measurement helps explain an unexpected spot albumin result.
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Patient questions
Before you book
How does concentration affect a spot albumin value?
A more dilute or concentrated specimen can alter the value. A clinician may use the albumin-to-creatinine ratio to account for that difference.
What is the difference between urine microalbumin and a kidney blood test like eGFR?
They look at different things. Blood tests such as creatinine and eGFR estimate how well the kidneys are filtering, while urine microalbumin shows whether protein is leaking through the filters. A leak is often the earlier sign of kidney strain in diabetes and high blood pressure, so the two are used together rather than one replacing the other.
My last report was an albumin-to-creatinine ratio. Can I compare the numbers?
Check the test name and units. Albumin reported in mg/L is a concentration. An albumin-to-creatinine ratio, often reported in mg/g, compares albumin with creatinine in the same sample. Do not compare the two numbers directly. If your referral specifies a ratio, ask for that measurement.
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Sources & further reading
Written by Dr Nirupama Sabhapathy, Specialist Clinical Pathology. Medically reviewed by Dr Joyce Jose, Specialist Clinical Pathology, on .
Catalogue information and AED price checked on 2 November 2026. Clinical suitability, preparation, collection arrangements and turnaround are confirmed for your selected test.