In a study of lab results from 810,000 Canadian men and women, researchers from University of Calgary have found that higher levels of protein in the urine are associated with reduced life expectancy. The scientists determined that men aged 40 without proteinuria would outlive those with heavy proteinuria by 15.2 years and those with mild … Continue reading Protein in Urine Linked to Life Expectancy
Protein Levels in Urine Help Predict Kidney Function
From Healing Well February 2, 2010 Researchers recommend tests to assess protein levels in the urine as well as standard serum creatinine tests to more accurately predict kidney function and risk of clinical outcomes including kidney failure and death. Protein Levels in Urine Help Predict Kidney Function