Albumin, 24-Hour Urine without Creatinine

Catalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.

What this laboratory test evaluates

DetailsAlbumin, 24-Hour Urine without Creatinine – This test checks for albumin (a type of protein) in your urine over a 24-hour period. Finding albumin in urine can be an early sign of kidney disease, making this test especially important for people with diabetes to help catch kidney issues early.

What patients is this test right for?This test is particularly useful for individuals with diabetes, as they are at a higher risk of kidney disease. It helps in early detection and management of kidney health.

What type of sample is required for this test?A total of 5 mL urine collected over a 24-hour period without any preservatives.

Test Resources
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Additional test information

This test checks for albumin (a type of protein) in urine over a 24-hour period. Finding albumin in urine can be an early sign of kidney disease, making this test especially important for people with diabetes to help catch kidney issues early.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Urine
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.