All are TRUE about thin basement membrane defect, EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: Impaired renal function
Description: Benign familial hematuria is also referred to as thin basement membrane disease. It is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait Characterised by persistent or recurrent microscopic hematuria, a uniformly thinned GBM, and normal renal function. Proteinuria and episodes of gross hematuria are uncommon. The disease is not associated with extrarenal manifestations Ref: Dan Med Bull 2009; 56:105-52
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