Yes: a urine test for albumin and a blood test for creatinine. The results of the creatinine blood test should be used to estimate glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which is a measure of your level of kidney function.
Hives and swelling are considered to be different expressions of the same problem. Hives occur mostly on the arms, legs and torso, while swelling occurs around the lips, eyes, hands feet and genitals and can involve the tongue and throat. It is simply that the skin and mucous membranes in different areas swell in different ways. How long the problem has been ongoing is also important.
Conditions that can result in swelling of the entire face include: âº Allergic reactions: An allergic reaction can cause swelling and puffiness of the face. The reaction could be due to a medication, food, blood transfusion, bee sting or due to any other reason. The swelling may be accompanied by a rash and itching.