16 Glomerulonephritis Principles

3 layers:

• endothelium
• basement membrane
• podocytes aka epithelium

• keep out cells

Hematuria

• microscopic: normal color
• can occur after exercise in normal kidneys

• clots: usually form bladder, kidney stones

• rbc squeeze through, bunched up, form casts

Proteinuria

• dehydrated: concentration goes up

• less influenced by hydration status

Glomerular Disease

Microscopy