Renal Glycosuria
Health Encyclopedia: Glucose Urine
Urine sugar; Urine glucose; Glucosuria
Normal Values
Glucose is not usually found in urine. If it is,further testing is warranted.
What abnormal results mean
Abnormal results producing greater-than-normal levels may indicate:
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Diabetes mellitus - Renal Glycosuria. This may be an isolated abnormality or occur in the context of other kidney diseases like Fanconi's Syndrome.
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