Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (uACR)
Foundational· yearly
What it measures
A small amount of albumin in the urine, compared with creatinine, from a single urine sample.
Why it's discussed for longevity
Commonly paired with an eGFR blood test to describe kidney health; current kidney guidance uses the two together.
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