Which of the following casts always indicate a pathologic condition and are highly diagnostic?
A) Hyaline casts
B) White blood cell casts
C) Red blood cell casts
D) Renal tubular epithelial cell casts
E) Granular casts

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Red blood cell casts always indicate a pathologic condition and are highly diagnostic. They are hyaline casts with embedded red cells, and their presence indicates damage to the glomerular membrane. They may appear brown as a result of the color of the red blood cells present.

Which of the Following Casts Always Indicate a Pathologic Condition