This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: FMGE 2019, Subject name: Pathology
Which of the following is a NOT a feature of NEPHROTIC SYNDROME? 
Select and explain. 
A. Proteinuria, B. Marked Edema, C. Hypoalbuminemia, D. HEMATURIA
D: HEMATURIA
Answer: D: HEMATURIA 
Explanation: - Hematuria is absent in Nephrotic Syndrome. Essential features of nephrotic syndrome are: Proteinuria>3.5gms /24 hours period Hypoalbuminemia< 2.5gm% Edema, periorbital edema, pedal edema Non-essential features are: Hyperlipidemia: increased cholesterol and increased triglycerides Lipiduria Loss of protein C /S /AT III in urine leading to hypercoagulable state