Urine Tests :
A ‘first-thing-in-the-morning’ urine sample:
You will be asked to bring along a specimen of urine collected first thing in the morning. This may be tested for:
1. Glucose
2. Ketones
3. Signs of Infection
4. Microalbumin (small pieces of protein):
Microalbumin in the urine are associated with a higher risk of developing some of the complications of diabetes and with high blood pressure that needs early treatment. These can both be helped with 'ACE-inhibitor' tablets.
5. The Urinary Albumin:Creatinine ratio:
The Urinary Albumin:Creatinine ratio is a useful measure of renal function used in diabetic renal disease. The urinary albumin: creatinine ratio is measured using the first morning urine sample where practicable. Microalbuminuria is indicated where there is an albumin: creatinine ratio >= 2.5 mg/mmol (men) or 3.5 mg/mmol (women).
