noun
- the presence of albumin in the urine, typically indicating kidney disease or dysfunction
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor ordered additional tests after detecting albuminuria in the patient’s urine sample.
- Albuminuria is often an early sign of diabetic kidney disease.
- Regular screening for albuminuria helps monitor kidney function in high-risk patients.
- The presence of albuminuria indicated that her kidneys were not filtering proteins properly.
- Treatment focused on controlling blood pressure to reduce the albuminuria.
- Persistent albuminuria may require consultation with a kidney specialist.