Goodpasture syndrome is a rare autoimmune disorder that affects the lungs and kidneys. It is also known as anti-glomerular basement membrane (anti-GBM) antibody disease or Goodpasture's disease. Other synonyms for this condition include Goodpasture's syndrome, anti-GBM disease, glomerulonephritis, and alveolar hemorrhage. Goodpasture's syndrome is named after American pathologist Dr. Ernest Goodpasture, who discovered this condition in 1919. It is a serious illness that can potentially lead to kidney failure and respiratory failure if left untreated. Early diagnosis and treatment with immunosuppressive medications can improve outcomes for patients with Goodpasture syndrome.