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This question is slightly imprecise in its phrasing. All human cells and organs contain protein, so it is inevitable that kidneys contain protein; you cannot have kidneys without protein. However, what you are probably thinking of is the protein albumen, leaking from the kidneys into the urine. That is a sign of kidney damage, probably caused by a kidney stone.
What else can I help you with?
Does protein help kidneys?
yes
What happens if you consume too much or too little protein?
too much protein can cause strain on the kidneys too much protein can cause strain on the kidneys
What is the term for waste products of protein metabolism eliminated by kidneys?
The term for waste products of protein metabolism eliminated by the kidneys is urea. Urea is formed in the liver as a byproduct of protein metabolism and is filtered by the kidneys and excreted in urine.
Why is protein in the urine a sign that something could be wrong with the kidneys?
High-protein diets are damaging on the kidneys because the body must process a lot of extra nitrogen.
What kind of disease is IgA Nephropathy?
IgA Nephropathy is a kidney disease. It is more like a disorder, where the IgA-protein that helps the body fight infections, settles in the kidneys. Ultimately this results in a buildup of this protein in the kidneys, and later causes the kidneys to leak blood or protein in the urine.
What substance derived from protein is removed from the blood in the kidneys and excreted in urine?
Urea is the substance derived from protein metabolism that is removed from the blood in the kidneys and excreted in urine.
What is the bad effect of protein?
Excessive protein can damage the kidneys, which can only handle certain amounts of protein in the blood that they filter.
What does elevated protein in urine mean?
It can mean a number of things. One very probable possibility to the blood in the urine is early signs of failing kidneys. Or even some sort of trauma to the kidneys such as a hard hit. The protein in the blood is most likely a separate issue and easily solved, if your diet has more protein than your body uses, it dispenses the excess protein to the bloodstream. Eat less meat.
Is it okay for a teenage girl to use whey protein powder?
It is definitely alright to use whey protein powder. Just make sure not to overdose on protein because it can be harsh on the kidneys. Also, if you're trying to lose weight/gain muscle, make sure to check out the sugar content of the protein powder. It's best to get the whey protein isolate since that is pure protein powder.
Can too much protein intake damage your kidneys?
There is no evidence of protein intake causing kidney damage.
What are signs of kidney infections?
Colored Urine, Protein in urine, back pain right where the kidneys are.
What is a substance excreted by the kidneys?
The kidneys excrete urea, from protein catabolism, and uric acid, from nucleic acid metabolism.
