Why get tested?
To detect excessive protein escaping into the urine, to help evaluate and monitor kidney function, and to detect kidney damage

When to get tested?
As part of a routine physical, as a follow-up to a previous positive urine protein test, or when you have a disorder or disease that affects the kidney

Sample required?
A random or 24-hour urine sample; occasionally, a split 24-hour sample, with the night collection separated from the day collection