Etymed
proteinuria
Definition
the presence of protein in the urine
Clinical context
A 45-year-old diabetic patient presents with fatigue and swelling in the lower extremities. Urinalysis reveals significant proteinuria with 3+ proteinuria on dipstick testing. The patient's elevated blood pressure and proteinuria suggest diabetic nephropathy as the underlying cause. Further evaluation with urine protein-to-creatinine ratio confirms the diagnosis.
Mnemonic
PROTEINuria - Protein in urine, Renal disease, Overload, Tissue damage, Inflammation, Nutritional deficiency