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Urine protein (24 hour)

Urine tests · also printed as 24h urine protein, 24 hour urine protein, Urine total protein 24h, Total protein (24h urine), Urinary protein excretion

Typical UK adult rangebelow 0.15 g/24h

Ranges vary between laboratories; the range printed on the report takes precedence.

What this test measures

A 24-hour urine collection measures the total protein lost in a day. It has largely been replaced by the ratio tests but is still used in some specialist settings.

Why doctors request it

Kidney specialists sometimes request it to confirm the amount of protein leak.

What commonly pushes it up

Kidney conditions with protein loss
Over-collection beyond 24 hours

What commonly pushes it down

An incomplete collection

Everyday reasons for a value outside the range

The collection is easy to get wrong, which is why ratios are preferred

About the sample

Every drop for exactly 24 hours, kept cool.

Written by a UK consultant physician. Typical UK adult reference ranges; your laboratory's own printed range takes precedence.

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This is an educational summary of results you uploaded. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis or a treatment plan, and it does not replace the doctor who requested the test. If you are worried, or a result is marked outside range, discuss it with your doctor. Written and reviewed by a UK consultant physician. Reference ranges vary between laboratories.