What is the underlying cause of nephrotic syndrome?
– Structural abnormalities in the filtration membrane
– Accumulation of collagen in the basement membrane
– Loss of protein in the urine
– Elevated lipids in the blood
– Accumulation of antibodies in the glomeruli
b. What is the term for abnormally high levels of nitrogen-containing compounds in the blood?
– azotaemia
– gout
– anaemia
– nephritis
– proteinuria
