{"product_id":"m-albu-check-1","title":"PHARMA Southern Africa M-ALBU-CHECK-1® | M-ALBU-CHECK-1® — Kidney Health","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePharma Southern Africa M-ALBU-Check-1® — Kidney Health Albumin Urine TEST\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe M-ALBU-CHECK-1® by PHARMA Southern Africa is a rapid, high-sensitivity immunochromatographic assay designed for the qualitative detection of elevated microalbuminuria in urine specimens. By utilizing specific monoclonal antibodies, this diagnostic test identifies trace concentrations of albumin exceeding the pathological threshold of 20 mg\/L, serving as a critical early indicator of renal glomerular filtration dysfunction. Early detection of microalbuminuria is clinically vital for patients with pre-existing hypertension or diabetes mellitus, as it allows for timely therapeutic intervention to arrest the progression of diabetic nephropathy and chronic kidney disease. This convenient screening system delivers highly accurate, actionable results within ten minutes to facilitate proactive renal health monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlbumin is normally present in the urine in very small quantities or is not detectable. A high albumin level reflects dysfunction of the filtering function of the kidneys. Glucose or triglyceride (fat) concentration and a history of diabetes or hypertension are factors that promote the urinary excretion of albumin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe M-ALBU-CHECK-1® Strip test by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vitagene.co.za\/collections\/pharma-southern-africa?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=pharma\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"Pharma Southern Africa Tests\"\u003ePHARMA Southern Africa\u003c\/a\u003e is a rapid immunochromatographic test to qualitatively determine albumin in the urine. In less than 10 minutes, it is possible to detect abnormal albumin concentrations in the urine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhen Should the TEST Be Performed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe test should preferably be conducted with the first urine of the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWHAT Do I Have to Do If the Result is Positive?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf the result is positive, it means that the test has detected more than 20 mg\/L of albumin in your urine. This result may be a temporary change in your physiological state.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepeat the test several days later. If the positive result is confirmed, consult your physician and show him\/her the test and leaflet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIncluded in KIT\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sealed aluminum pouch containing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 strip test and 1 desiccant pouch (Only open the protective pouch when you are ready to use the test. The desiccant pouch should not be used).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 plastic cup for urine sample collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 instructions leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e(Material required but not provided: Timer)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to USE\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eCollect a little urine in the supplied plastic cup (urine sample height: between 1 cm and 1.5 cm in the cup).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTear the protective pouch (from the notch) and remove the strip only, holding it by the grip end. Dispose of the small desiccant pouch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eDip the strip vertically in the cup containing your urine sample, placing it in the notch provided for that purpose. (Fig. 1) during 5 to 10 seconds. WARNING: THE URINE LEVEL MUST NOT EXCEED THE HORIZONTAL BLUE LINE PRINTED ON THE STRIP UNDER THE SMALL ARROWS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlace the strip horizontally on a flat dry surface and allow the reaction to occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eRead the result after 5 to 10 minutes. Do not interpret the result after 15 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2091\/0197\/files\/M-ALBU-CHECK-1_LEAFLET.pdf?v=1719395756\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to view the patient information leaflet. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e{\u003cbr \/\u003e  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\u003cbr \/\u003e  \"@type\": \"Product\",\u003cbr \/\u003e  \"name\": \"PHARMA Southern Africa M-ALBU-CHECK-1® | M-ALBU-CHECK-1® — Kidney Health\",\u003cbr \/\u003e  \"description\": \"Albumin Urine Test: Qualitatively determines albumin in urine within 10 minutes, indicating potential kidney filtration dysfunction for early assessment.\",\u003cbr \/\u003e  \"brand\": {\u003cbr \/\u003e    \"@type\": \"Brand\",\u003cbr \/\u003e    \"name\": \"PHARMA Southern Africa\"\u003cbr \/\u003e  },\u003cbr \/\u003e  \"image\": \"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2091\/0197\/files\/M-ALBU-CHECK-1.jpg?v=1719387617\",\u003cbr \/\u003e  \"sku\": \"PSAMALBUCHCK\",\u003cbr \/\u003e  \"offers\": {\u003cbr \/\u003e    \"@type\": \"Offer\",\u003cbr \/\u003e    \"priceCurrency\": \"ZAR\",\u003cbr \/\u003e    \"price\": \"96.00\",\u003cbr \/\u003e    \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"\u003cbr \/\u003e  }\u003cbr \/\u003e}\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"PHARMA Southern Africa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51556293378363,"sku":"PSAMALBUCHCK","price":192.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3480\/8379\/files\/M-ALBU-CHECK-1.jpg?v=1786562137","url":"https:\/\/gunmansa.co.za\/th\/products\/m-albu-check-1","provider":"GUNMANSA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}