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5 Facts you should know about
Cystinuria
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Cystinuria is characterized by the inadequate reabsorption of cystine in the proximal convoluted tubules
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This leads to the formation of cystine crystals and/or stones which may block the urinary tract
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It is usually an inherited condition characterized by a buildup of cystine in the kidneys and bladder
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Signs and symptoms of the condition are related to the presence of stones and may include nausea, hematuria, flank pain, and/or frequent urinary tract infections
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Cystinuria is caused by changes (mutations) in the SLC3A1 and SLC7A9 genes and is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner
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