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Alternate Name(s): Stones - cystine; Cystine stones ...... Cystinuria is a disorder characterized by stones in the kidney, ureter, and bladder. It is caused by excessive excretion of certain amino acids (protein building blocks) due to a genetic abnormality. (See also nephrolithiasis ).
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Cystinuria is a disorder characterized by cystine stones in the kidney, ureter, and bladder. A genetic abnormality results in abnormal transport of amino acids in the kidney. The high levels of the amino acid cystine in the urine lead to stone formation.
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Cystinuria - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Cystinuria.org - The International Cystinuria Foundation offers cystinuria related resources and community for patients and professionals. ... The International Cystinuria Foundation...
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Discussion forums for the International Cystinuria Foundation community ... Cystinuria Main Forum (1 Viewing) ... Post all cystinuria related information here.
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Overview: Cystinuria is an autosomal-recessive defect in reabsorptive transport of cystine and the dibasic amino acids ornithine, arginine, and lysine from the luminal fluid of the renal proximal tubule and small intestine. ... High-affinity system: This system is affected in persons with cystinuria. The high-affinity...
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The Cystinuria Support Network has been developed to provide a resource for putting individuals in touch with each other for support and practical advice. ...
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