Myoglobin, Urine
Understanding Myoglobin, Urine
What is Myoglobin, Urine?
Myoglobin, Urine test is used to measure the amount of myoglobin in the urine. It is a protein found in the heart and skeletal muscles, However any damage to the muscles results in its release into blood stream and it is excreted out of the body by kidneys. Excess of myglobin in the blood can lead to kidney damage as well. This test is used for the diagnosis of muscular dystrophy, rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure and myositis. It is also recommended along with other cardiac markers for the confirmation of myocardial infraction.
What is Myoglobin, Urine used for?
The test is used to find out if any muscle damage has occurred in the body that can cause severe muscle trauma, a heart attack, chest pain and discomfort and radiating pain to the jaw and face. The test is also used in the detection of high myoglobin levels in the urine that may cause kidney damage.
Interpreting Myoglobin, Urine results
Interpretations
A normal result signifies no myoglobin in the urine that is actually a negative result. In case myoglobin is detected in the urine, its concentration must be calculated. The reference levels varies from lab to lab.
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