The aetiology of majority of cases of glomerulonephritis is unknown. However, in a few cases, an aetiological agent can be identified. For example, in post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis, one can often find raised titres to antistreptolysin-O (ASO).
Known aetiological factors for glomerulonephritis include:
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