Medicine A patient has IDDM diagnosed at age of 15 years. The most reliable indicator for diabetic nephropathy is: A Urine albumin <50 mg per day in 3 consecutive samples B Urinary protein >550 mg per day for 3 consecutive samples C Development of diabetic retinopathy D Hematuria 💡 Explanation A patient has IDDM diagnosed at age of 15 years. The most reliable indicator for diabetic nephropathy is: ✓ Correct Answer: B. Urinary protein >550 mg per day for 3 consecutive samples