Membranoproliferative GN I

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Kidney anatomy

Membranoproliferative GN I

Alternative Names:

Mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis (type I); Membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (type I); Lobular GN; Glomerulonephritis - membranoproliferative (type I); MPGN type I
Symptoms:

Blood in the urine
Dark urine (smoke, cola, or tea colored)
Cloudy urine
Decrease in urine volume
Swelling of any part of the body
Changes in mental status
- decreased alertness
- decreased concentration

Signs and tests:

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The results of a physical examination vary depending on the symptoms. Swelling may be present along with signs of fluid overload, such as abnormal sounds when listening to the heart and lungs with a stethoscope. The blood pressure is often elevated.

These tests help confirm the diagnosis:

Abnormal urinalysis:
- white blood cells
- red blood cells
- urine protein
- other abnormalities in the urine
Possible increase in BUN and creatinine, indicating decreased kidney function.
Possible decrease in serum complement levels indicating immune system involvement.
Possible presence of serum complement C3 nephritic factor