The presence of glucose in the urine. Glycosuria results from failure of the kidneys to reabsorb glucose back into the bloodstream after the blood has been filtered. This may be due to hyperglycaemia, as in diabetes mellitus, or may occur if the kidney tubules have been damaged. However, glycosuria is usually only significant if accompanied by a high blood glucose level. Glycosuria often occurs during pregnancy when the blood glucose level is normal. Glycosuria is diagnosed by urinalysis. Treatment depends on the cause.
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