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Association of the serum uric acid/albumin ratio with kidney composite events in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a retrospective cohort study.

Article C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

This study looked at 3,618 people with type 2 diabetes. It checked a blood test called the uric acid to albumin ratio. It found a link between a higher ratio and kidney problems. This is an observational study, so it shows a link, not proof of cause.

Who did this work

Chen J · Zou G · Zhao X · Chen M · Chen J · Wang Y · Ren Y · Chen Z · Li J

Source

Article · PubMed, CKD severity and reversal · 2026 Jul 27
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42919291/