What is the test ?
A urine dipstick can be used to check for protein in the urine.
A blood test can be done to check creatinine levels.
Why do the test ?
Early detection will allow treatment to be started with the aim of preventing or delaying further progression of the disease.
Who should do the test ?
A healthy person with no symptoms may undergo opportunistic screening with urine dipstick examination
Those with risk factors such as older age ( > 50 years) , smoking, hypertension and diabetes , and a family history of kidney disease should get checked.
How is the test done ?
You just need to collect a clean-catch, midstream, and random urine specimen.
Creatinine levels are tested by a blood test.
