Which abnormal laboratory value is found in glomerular disorders?
A)Elevated creatinine concentration
B)Low blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
C)Elevated immunoglobulin A (IgA)
D)Low serum complement

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Elevated creatinine concentration is an abnormal laboratory value found in glomerular disorders. Reduced glomerular filtration rate during glomerular disease is evidenced by elevated plasma urea, creatinine concentration, or reduced renal creatinine clearance. Many factors can lead to an elevation in BUN such as dehydration or poor perfusion, in addition to kidney disease. Elevated IgA levels are associated with Berger disease. Low serum complement levels would affect immune functioning.

Which Abnormal Laboratory Value Is Found in Glomerular Disorders