Signs of kidney transplant rejection include:
a. normal BUN e. elevated creatinine
b. generalized edema f. weight loss
c. tenderness over the graft site g. decreased urine out-put
d. fever
B, C, D, E, G
Signs of transplant rejection include generalized edema, tenderness over the graft site, fever, decreased urine output, hematuria, edema (extremities or eyes), weight gain, oliguria or anuria, and/or an increase in feeling tired. The BUN and creatinine will be elevated.
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