A urine protein-creatinine ratio (UPCR) test looks for high levels of protein in your urine, which can happen in kidney disease. Results that are higher than average may be a sign of a kidney-related ...

Contributed by Kim Zuber, PA-C, who oversees patients in seven dialysis centers for Metropolitan Nephrology Associates, Clinton, Md. Referrals to our nephrology office often come with a 24-hour urine ...

Share on Pinterest Elevated levels of two substances may indicate a higher risk of new-onset heart failure. Herman Lumanog/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty Images High, stable levels of urinary ...

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