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Increased urinary neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin
🩺 HPO Source
HPO ID
HPO Label
Increased urinary neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin
HPO Definition
An increased concentration of neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin in the urine (there is no generally accepted threshold, but some studies choose a threshold of above 150 nanogram per milliliter).
HPO Curator Comment
An increased urinary NGAL concentration may indicate tubular injury.
🔤 Synonyms (1)
Synonyms
Increased urinary NGAL
🔼 Broader Terms (1)
HP:0020129Abnormal urine protein level