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Also reported in: mg/dL
Protein is not normally present in urine in significant amounts. A negative or trace result means the kidneys are filtering blood properly without leaking protein.
Trace protein can occur with highly concentrated urine, mild dehydration, or slight contamination. It is not necessarily abnormal.
Your vet may recommend a follow-up sample or a urine protein:creatinine ratio for a more accurate measurement.
Canine urine protein: trace (0.5)Protein is not normally present in urine in significant amounts. A negative or trace result means the kidneys are filtering blood properly without leaking protein.
No action needed.
Canine urine protein: negative (0)Persistent proteinuria is a marker of kidney disease (glomerular damage), urinary tract infection, or less commonly, inflammation or neoplasia. A UP/C ratio will quantify the protein loss more accurately.
Your vet will perform a UP/C ratio, urine culture, and possibly blood pressure measurement. Protein-losing nephropathy may require medication (ACE inhibitors) and dietary management.
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