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What does 1+ protein in urine mean? i had a blood test and my dr wants me to see an nephrologist
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Proteinuria: Proteinuria is a condition, not a diagnosis. It can be caused by several diseases, among them hiv, diabetes, lupus, membranous glomerulonephritis, among others. You need to see a nephrologist to have a 24 hour urine collected to assess your kidney function and how much protein your urine has in it. The nephrologist will also take blood tests to rule out the conditions, and others, discussed above.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Proteinuria: Protein in the urine that is detected by dipstick is abnormal; it may indicate evolving disease; it needs to be quantified and understood; I agree with referral;
Answered 8/30/2014
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Hi. My uACR is 62. Urinalysis indicates protein in urine 1+. I take meds,for high blood pressure. I have an appointment with a nephrologist. Can you please tell me how the nephrologist is probably going to treat these? What will be the treatment plan?
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Very good afternoon doctors. If I have blood in urine on a dipstick, should I follow-up with a urologist or with a nephrologist?
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What exactly does blood & protein in urine mean when kidney test says normal?
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