What do the results mean?If a large amount of protein is found in your urine sample, it doesn't necessarily mean that you have a medical problem needing treatment. Strenuous exercise, diet, stress, pregnancy, and other factors can cause a temporary rise in urine protein levels. Your health care provider may recommend additional urinalysis tests if a high level of protein is found This testing may include a 24-hour urine sample test.If your urine protein levels are consistently high, it may indicate kidney damage or other medical condition. These include:Urinary tract infectionLupusHigh blood pressurePreeclampsia, a serious complication of pregnancy, marked by high blood pressure. If it is not treated, preeclampsia can be life-threatening to the mother and baby.DiabetesCertain types of cancerTo learn what your results mean, talk to your health care provider.Learn more about laboratory tests, reference ranges, and understanding results.
