Does fasting effect protein level in urine? I just went to the dr and I"m only on day 2 of fasting. They took a urine sample however it came back with elevated protein so they need me to come back in and re-take it because it was too high. Would the fasting affect this?
You have been fasting off and on for a long time. Fasting can be very stressful on the kidneys. Just to be on the safe side, I think you need to go ahead and have the tests and be honest about your off and on again fasts. This is not just about being thin, this is your life and your health. You need to know where you stand and how you go about eating and fasting in the future. I have a very dear friend who is dying of kidney failure, I would not wish that on anyone. Please get checked out and follow your doctor's advise. Hopefully, it will prove to be nothing but a temporary and minor problem, but you need to know for sure.
but just so you can relax for now...some women have that reading because of being around thier period. when we were doing urine samples in school the one girl who was just about to start had that. but with the follow tests that week she was fine.
the teacher explained its very common for women to have that when around thier period.
also you might of just had a mild uti that you didnt notice.
the stress of the fat burning and fasting on your kidneys can make a difference too.
do you get headaches alot?
nausea?
retain water in body when not pms-ing?
I've been getting headaches for the past 2 months or so which is not something I was prone to getting...and I did feel naucious today but usually I don't get sick...I guess I will have the test again in a week or os..
you may have to take a break from fasting for awhile until your kidneys repair themselves a bit.
:)
are you still fasting right now?
how is your diet for these past two months?
i though i remember you saying you liked to eat fish..the kidney reading can be from heavy metals built up in your system. they cause headaches too. you are suppose to limit your amount of seafood because of mercury content. heres a cute little tuna calculator to see how much tuna is safe for you to eat now with the mercury problem.
i was shocked when i did mine.
Yes you should continue--and NOT weigh yourself. I've noticed that when I fast during my period, I seem really bloated...and the numbers on the scale don't look very good! But if I drink a lot of water and stick it out, then when I weigh myself I find that i've dropped several pounds. So thats why its good to continue but just not weigh/measure your progress during those days.
Glucose ("Blood Sugar") is an important immediate energy source for cells. In healthy people, meals or snacks lead to temporary rises in blood glucose. Elevated fasting blood glucose levels are a warning sign of diabetes. If your fasting glucose level is elevated or if your non-fasting level is greater than 180 mg/dl, we recommend that you report this to you provider.
BUN
Normal Values = 5-20 mg/dl
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) is a waste produced in the liver and excreted by the kidneys. High values may mean that the kidneys are not working as well as they should. BUN is also affected by high protien diets and/or strenuous exercise which raise levels and by pregnancy which lowers it.
CREATININE
Normal Values = 0.5-1.5 mg/dl
Creatinine is a waste product excreted by the kidneys. Elevated levels may mean that the kidneys are not working as well as they should.
BUN/CREATININE RATIO
This is a ratio between BUN and Creatinine. Values outside expected ranges are of no importance if both BUN and Creatinine are within expected ranges.
URIC ACID
Normal Values = 2.0-8.0 mg/dl
Uric Acid is normally excreted in the urine. High values are associated with gout, arthritis, kidney problems and the use of some diuretics. Low values are usually not significant. We recommend that you report elevated levels to your provider.
CALCIUM/PHOSPHORUS
Normal Values Calcium = 8.2-10.4 mg/dl
Normal Values Phosphorus = 2.0-4.5 mg/dl
Calcium and Phosphorus are minerals found mostly in bone. They are also important for proper clotting and nerve cell activity. their levels are controlled by the parathyroid gland and the kidneys. Abnormal levels should be seen by your provider.
PROTIEN/ALBUMIN/GLOBULIN/A/G RATIO
Normal Values Protien = 6.0-8.0 g/dl
Normal Values Albumin = 3.2-5.0 g/dl
Normal Values Globulin = 1.3-3.6 g/dl
Normal Values A/G Ratio = 0.99-3.55
This collection of protiens represent several facets (but not all), to evaluating liver functions and fluid management in the critically ill.
BILLIRUBIN/ALT/AST/LDH
Normal Values Bilirubin = 0.0-1.2 mg/dl
Normal Values ALT = 3-45 IU/L
Normal Values AST = 3-45 IU/L
Normal Values LDH = 60-160 IU/L
These lab tests reflect liver function and an array of disease states including fatty liver, hepatitis and cirrhosis. you should notify your provider if you see your results are abnormal.
ELECTROLYTES
Normal Values Sodium (Na+) = 131-145 meq/L
Normal Values Potassium (K+) = 3-45 meq/L
Normal Values Chloride (Cl-) = 98-110 meq/L
Normal Values CO2 = 22-35 meq/L
The Electrolytes act in conjunction to balance the body's acid-base system and control water metabolism. Values can elevated with kidney disease and dehydration. Decreased values are associated with vomiting, diarrhea, excessive sweating and heart disease.
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