Post-streptococcal Glomerulonephritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the biopsy finding for post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis?
A
subepithelial deposits of IgG and C3 that appear like ‘humps’ on electron microscopy
2
Q
What is the classic presentation of PSGN?
A
1-2 weeks after pharyngeal infection or
3-6 weeks after skin infection
INFECTION MUST BE CLEARED FOR DIAGNOSIS TO E MADE
3
Q
What is used to confirm recent streptococcal infection?
A
Antistreptolysin O titre
-. Anti-DNase B antibodies may also be raised
