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| Drkoop.com: Medical Encyclopedia: Nephrotic Syndrome |
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Nephrotic syndrome is a constellation of signs and symptoms including (exceeding 3.5 grams per day), low blood protein levels, high cholesterol levels, and . The urine may also contain fat, which is visible under the microscope.
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