A patient's urine tests positive for large blood proteins and red blood cells.Which of the following conditions might the person have?

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Presence of large blood proteins and red blood cells in the urine is indicative of damage to the glomeruli in the kidneys. This condition is known as glomerulonephritis. Ketonuria is the presence of ketones in the urine and is seen in conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes or starvation. Diabetes mellitus may cause proteinuria but not necessarily the presence of red blood cells. Bilirubinuria is the presence of bilirubin in the urine and is seen in conditions affecting the liver or bile ducts.

A Patient's Urine Tests Positive for Large Blood Proteins and Red