NIH MeSH · D000419Diseases
Albuminuria
Also known asAlbuminurias
Definition
The presence of albumin in the urine, an indicator of KIDNEY DISEASES.
MeSH classification
- C12.050.351.968.934.734.269
- C12.200.777.934.734.269
- C12.950.934.734.269
- C23.888.942.750.269
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What does Albuminuria mean in medicine?
The presence of albumin in the urine, an indicator of KIDNEY DISEASES. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Albuminuria known by any other names?
Yes. Albuminuria is also referred to as Albuminurias in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Albuminuria sit in the medical classification?
Albuminuria falls under the broader medical category "Diseases" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: C12.050.351.968.934.734.269, C12.200.777.934.734.269, C12.950.934.734.269). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000419) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗