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Urine Contains Abnormal Protein (Proteinuria)

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Urine Contains Abnormal Protein (Proteinuria)

ID 2727

Proteinuria describes the presence of too much protein in the urine. Proteins are usually absorbed into the body before they pass through the urine, but may not be able to be if the glomeruli, or the kidney's filters, are damaged. The urine may look foamy if proteinuria is present.

Symptom classification

Body areaUrinary

Conditions linked to this sign/symptom

28

Drugs where this is listed as a side effect

7