Protect Your Kidney Health with Early Detection
Are you concerned about your kidney health, especially if you have diabetes or high blood pressure? The Microalbumin/Albumin 24-Hour Urine Test is your first line of defence against silent kidney damage. Many South Africans with these conditions don’t realise their kidneys are being affected until significant damage has occurred. This simple, non-invasive test can detect problems early, giving you the opportunity to take action and preserve your kidney function.
Understanding Your Microalbumin Test
This test measures the amount of albumin (a protein) in your urine over a 24-hour period. Normally, healthy kidneys filter waste products while keeping important proteins like albumin in your blood. When kidneys become damaged, they may start leaking small amounts of albumin into your urine – this is called microalbuminuria. Detecting this early leakage is crucial because it’s often the first sign of kidney damage, appearing long before other symptoms or changes in blood tests.
Our test uses advanced immunoturbidimetry technology, providing highly accurate results you can trust for making important health decisions.
Who Should Consider This Test?
This test is particularly important if you:
- Have been diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes
- Have high blood pressure (hypertension)
- Have a family history of kidney disease
- Experience frequent urinary tract infections
- Have swelling in your feet, ankles, or around your eyes
- Notice foamy or bubbly urine
- Feel unusually tired or fatigued
- Have difficulty concentrating
Early detection is especially crucial for South Africans, as diabetes and hypertension rates continue to rise across our nation.
Why Early Detection Matters for Your Health
Finding microalbumin in your urine early provides several life-changing benefits:
- Prevent Progression: Early intervention can slow or stop kidney damage from worsening
- Better Treatment Outcomes: Your doctor can adjust medications and lifestyle recommendations
- Peace of Mind: Knowing your kidney status reduces anxiety about your health
- Cost Savings: Early detection is far more affordable than treating advanced kidney disease
- Improved Quality of Life: Preserving kidney function means maintaining your active lifestyle
Understanding Your Test Results
We know waiting for results can be stressful, which is why we provide clear, easy-to-understand reports:
- Normal Results: Less than 30 mg/24 hours – your kidneys are functioning well
- Microalbuminuria: 30-300 mg/24 hours – early kidney damage detected
- Clinical Albuminuria: More than 300 mg/24 hours – significant kidney damage
Our healthcare professionals will help you understand your results and provide guidance on next steps. Remember, early detection gives you the best chance for successful intervention.
Affordable Kidney Health Screening
| Test | Regular Price | Special Price | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microalbumin/Albumin 24-Hour Urine Test | ZAR 250 | Daily |
Consider this: The cost of managing advanced kidney disease can be thousands of rands monthly. This ZAR 250 test could save you from significant future medical expenses while protecting your health.
Why Trust Oracle Genomics?
- Nationwide Coverage: Accessible testing centres in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria and across South Africa
- Medical Expertise: Tests reviewed by qualified physicians and nephrologists
- Advanced Technology: State-of-the-art immunoturbidimetry method for precise results
- Daily Turnaround: Quick results mean faster peace of mind
- Patient-Focused Care: We understand the anxiety around health testing and provide compassionate support
Take Control of Your Kidney Health Today
Don’t wait for symptoms to appear. Early detection through the Microalbumin/Albumin 24-Hour Urine Test gives you the power to protect your kidneys and maintain your quality of life. With convenient locations across South Africa and affordable pricing at ZAR 250, there’s no reason to delay.
Limited Time Assurance: Book your test this week and receive priority processing with our daily turnaround guarantee.
Simple Sample Collection
No special preparation required. Simply collect your urine over 24 hours in the sterile container provided. Record the total volume and bring your sample to any of our nationwide centres. We’ll handle the rest with care and precision.
