In glomerulonephritis, what damages the epithelial cells resulting in proteinuria? (Select all that apply.)
A)Ischemia
B)Lysosomal enzymes
C)Compression from edema
D)Activated complement
E)Altered membrane permeability

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Activated complement, inflammatory cytokines, oxidants, proteases, and growth factors attack epithelial cells, alter membrane permeability, and cause proteinuria. None of the other options are responsible for this process.

In Glomerulonephritis, What Damages the Epithelial Cells Resulting in Proteinuria