Proteinuria.
Proteinuria is an important finding in patients because it may signify either a benign disorder or renal disease. A systematic approach to evaluation, which incorporates a careful clinical evaluation coupled with a few simple laboratory tests, is required to determine whether the patient can be followed, or whether a more invasive study, such as renal biopsy, is indicated. Although the causes of proteinuria are diverse, a structured approach to the patient with proteinuria provides maximal information with minimal expense and risk.
Moore
J
J
Department of Medicine, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC.
Carome
M A
MA
D006801:Humans; D007674:Kidney Diseases / Q000652:urine; D009404:Nephrotic Syndrome / Q000652:urine; D011507:Proteinuria / Q000473:pathology / Q000652:urine