Kidney Test for Dogs

About this test

Why Protein in Urine Matters

Protein is normally kept in the body rather than lost through urine. A higher protein to creatinine ratio may suggest that more protein is passing into the urine than expected.

This can be relevant when monitoring kidney related health, especially in dogs with increased thirst, more frequent urination, appetite changes, weight changes or low energy.

Common Signs Linked to Kidney Concerns

Dogs with kidney related issues may experience:

• Increased thirst

• Increased urination

• Reduced appetite

• Weight loss

• Low energy

• Changes in overall wellbeing

Kidney related changes may also be present before clear symptoms are noticed.

Who May Benefit from This Test?

This test may be suitable for dogs that:

• Are senior or older dogs

• Drink or urinate more than usual

• Have previously shown abnormal kidney related values

• Need routine kidney health monitoring

• Are being monitored after kidney related concerns

• Need a quick urine based check from home

Simple Home Testing

Collect a urine sample according to the included instructions and use the test strip to measure urine protein and creatinine.

Results are available in approximately 10 minutes and can be read using the included colour chart or indicator guide.

What Is Included in the Kit?

• 1 Kidney check test strip

• 1 Urine collection tool

• 1 Colour chart or indicator guide

• Step by step instructions

Biomarkers included

• Urine Protein to Creatinine Ratio (UP/C Ratio): Urine Protein to Creatinine Ratio (UP/C Ratio) compares the amount of protein to creatinine in a urine sample. Protein in urine can indicate that the kidneys are allowing more protein to pass into the urine than expected, while creatinine helps adjust for urine concentration. A higher UP/C ratio may be linked to kidney stress, kidney disease, inflammation, infection or other conditions that affect

Frequently asked questions

Why measure the protein to creatinine ratio in urine?

The urine protein to creatinine ratio can help show whether increased protein loss is present in the urine, which may be relevant when monitoring kidney related health.

Can kidney changes be present before symptoms appear?

Yes. Kidney related changes may develop gradually, and some dogs may not show obvious signs early on. Urine marker testing can provide useful first information.

When is this test useful for older dogs?

This test may be useful as part of routine monitoring in senior dogs, especially if thirst, urination, appetite, weight or energy levels have changed.

Customer reviews

4.5/5 (2)

• 4/5 — Quick delivery and simple to use, though catching the sample was a bit tricky with my small dog it worked though. :)
• 5/5 — The instructions were very clear and I got the results in less than 15 minutes. It's a great relief to be able to monitor my senior dog's health from home without a stressful vet visit.