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Have lupus. moderate microscopic hematuria x months though no rbc in urine, trace ketones in urine,otherwise normal ua. total bilirubin 1.6. thoughts?

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Hemolysis: Lupus is sometimes associated with red cell hemolysis. You may be having this phenomenon. Hemolysis can explain blood in urine and elevated bilirubin. However, you need to discuss the matte with your doctor.

Answered 6/29/2016

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