Evaluation of proteinuria

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Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes. KDIGO 2012 clinical practice guideline for the evaluation and management of chronic kidney disease. Jan 2013 [internet publication].Full text

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. Chronic kidney disease in adults: assessment and management. Jan 2021 [internet publication].Full text

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