Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) happens when your kidneys don’t work as well as they should. Kidney disease often has no symptoms, so the sooner you detect signs of CKD the more you can do to help protect your kidneys.
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An ACR urine test, like the Kidney Check test, is one of the best ways to check in on how your kidneys are doing.
The test looks for particles of protein in your urine called albumin, which may suggest the first signs of kidney damage.
Abnormal/High Abnormal- Your results showed higher than normal levels of albumin in your urine, which may mean that your kidneys are not working as well as they should be.
Remember- one abnormal test does not necessarily mean you have kidney disease. Your doctor will most likely check you again to confirm the results.
Make sure to schedule an appointment with your doctor for follow-up.
A combination of regular exercise and a balanced diet is key for looking after your kidney health. Whether it’s walking, running, cycling, or even dancing, keeping active is critical for preventing kidney damage. Eating fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole foods can also help lower the risks for CKD.
High blood pressure can lead to kidney damage. Monitoring for healthy blood pressure and making lifestyle or medication changes with your doctor may help lower your blood pressure.
For people living with diabetes, controlling your body’s sugar can help reduce kidney damage.
Smoking can damage your body’s blood vessels. Damage to the blood vessels also harms your kidneys.