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Proteins cannot pass through the glomerular membrane primarily due to their size and charge. The glomerular filtration barrier consists of fenestrated endothelial cells, a basement membrane, and podocytes, which collectively create a selective barrier. Proteins, being large macromolecules, exceed the size threshold for filtration, and their negative charge further hinders their passage through the negatively charged basement membrane. This selectivity is crucial for maintaining protein levels in the blood and preventing proteinuria.

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