Microalbumin test

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The microalbumin test is a simple urine test. You can eat and drink normally before the test.

References
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  4. Prevent diabetes problems: Keep your kidneys healthy. National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC). http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/complications_kidneys/. Accessed June 7, 2010.
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