Reference Ranges
Clinical Reference
1.005 – 1.03 ratio
Optimal Range
1.01 – 1.025 ratio
Correlates with osmolality; affected by substances
Related Conditions
Dehydration
High
Diabetes Insipidus
Low
Food & Lifestyle Recommendations
🍎 Food
Drink more water — your urine is too concentrated
Urine SG >1.025 indicates dehydration; aim for pale yellow urine
🍎 Food
If you're drinking excessive water, moderate intake; if not, see a doctor for diabetes insipidus evaluation
Persistent dilute urine despite dehydration warrants medical evaluation
🍎 Food
Assess hydration status; reduce excess fluids if symptomatic
Tracks with osmolality
Evidence-Backed Supplements
When Low
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Support if dilute urine from electrolyte imbalance
Electrolyte blend Per label Any
Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- Is my high specific gravity just from dehydration, or could it indicate a kidney problem? High SG usually means dehydration; persistent elevation despite hydration warrants kidney evaluation.
- Could my low specific gravity indicate diabetes insipidus? Very dilute urine (SG <1.005) despite dehydration suggests diabetes insipidus; water deprivation test needed.
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