These Protein Test Strips are brand new from the manufacturer. You will receive 1 sealed tub containing 100 individual protein test strips. Each one will detect the level of protein in urine. Why do I need this test? Normally, healthy individuals do not have protein in their urine. Although a small amount of protein in the urine is normally not a problem, larger levels of protein in the urine may indicate that the kidneys are not working properly or they might suggest a urinary tract infection (UTI). High levels of protein in the urine can also be a sign of: diabetes dehydration amyloidosis (a build-up of protein in the body's tissues) hypertension (high blood pressure) preeclampsia (high blood pressure in pregnant women) heavy metal poisoning polycystic kidney disease congestive heart failure glomerulonephritis (a kidney disease that causes kidney damage) systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease) Goodpasture syndrome (an autoimmune disease) multiple myeloma (a type of cancer affecting bone marrow) bladder tumour or cancer