Protein in Urine Question
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ianbroker31
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This has happened to me a couple of times in the past, from what occurred in my scenario I had an applicant who was working 24-48 hours prior to his exam which caused protein in his urine.
Another occasion the protein findings was simply an indication of pre diabetes. Sometimes you simply can't control the situation.
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Yup, more than likely the prospect is a diabetic who simply hasn't been diagnosed yet. Protein in the urine is a flag for diabetes.
It's probably likely he knows and wants to buy right now.... lots of just from the doctor's office types or he simply hasn't gone in for years.
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Don't know the exact cause, obviously. He goes to his doctor regularly, has not had an issue. Could be a fluke, could be an issue. I'm just trying to see if there is anything he can do (outside of avoid eating alot of protein and be sure to drink alot of water) to potentially lower it in his next samples. This has nothing to do with him wanting to get insurance, but obviously could have alot to do with him actually getting it.
High blood pressure can also cause protein in urine so most likely insurance company will check APS/prescription drug history. Healthy kidneys don't allow protein to pass through so don't think it is just a fluke. It is possible the examiner messed up the test so a 2nd test is a good idea. If high blood pressure and diabetes get ruled out and there is still protein in urine, he should go to a specialist and they will run various tests to isolate the cause of kidney disease.
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Protein in the urine is a marker for several different issues. The best way too clear it to a baseline level will be to eat a high starch/low protein diet for 10 to 14 days prior to the next test. Think white rice and citrus fruit, and cook with as little salt/sodium as possible. You can google Dr. Walter Kempner and the rice diet. I am not a doctor, and I am certainly not a vegan or vegetarian. At any rate, your client should definitely consult with his/her personal physician for proper diagnosis and monitoring. Improperly functioning kidneys is serious business.
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Exactly what he said. Protein in urine is usually a decline or rated. What is the weight and height of the client and their age? If they are someone obese according to the company's charts that won't help and if they are relatively young that won't help either. I would have them go to their doctor to do a urine sample and send the results to the company. I also wouldn't spend too much energy on a case like that as the reasons listed above.
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The best advice is to return to his doctor and have a panel done. Most men aren't aware of health issues cause a bone isn't sticking out or a limb gone. You may be helping him by catching something treatable before it becomes chronic.
You said he goes to the doc regularly... how often is regularly? Once a year for a check up or more often?
You said he goes to the doc regularly... how often is regularly? Once a year for a check up or more often?
