Glycosuria and its Causes

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary cause of routine urine glucose screening?

Diabetes mellitus

Name two endocrine disorders that can lead to an increase in glucose in the urine.

Hyperpituitarism and Cushing syndrome

What hormones are secreted by islet cells within the pancreas?

Insulin and glucagon

What can lead to glycosuria in patients with liver damage?

Inability of the liver to convert glucose to glycogen adequately Signup and view all the answers

Who are considered high-risk groups for glycosuria?

Relatives of diabetics, Obese patients, Patients over the age of 40, Women who have unexplained stillbirths Signup and view all the answers

What is alimentary glycosuria and when is it seen?

Alimentary glycosuria is seen after gastrectomy and in some persons after ingestion of large amounts of glucose or sucrose. Signup and view all the answers

How is renal glycosuria characterized?

Renal glycosuria is characterized by the excretion of glucose in urine despite normal or low blood glucose levels. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes familial glycosuria from diabetes mellitus?

Familial glycosuria is distinguished from diabetes mellitus by the absence of hyperglycemia, i.e., without elevation of blood glucose levels. Signup and view all the answers

How does pregnancy affect glycosuria?

During pregnancy, glycosuria may occur due to a lowering of the renal threshold for glucose, but it disappears after delivery. Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of glycosuria in renal tubular diseases?

In renal tubular diseases like Fanconi syndrome, there is a lowered renal tubular reabsorptive capacity for glucose, leading to glycosuria. Signup and view all the answers