18 Questions
What is the purpose of detecting microalbuminuria in diabetic patients?
To detect nephropathy at an early stage
What is the significance of the albumin-creatinine ratio in microalbuminuria screening?
It determines the presence of microalbuminuria
Which enzyme is used in the enzymatic method of detecting 3-b-hydroxybutyric acid or acetoacetic acid?
3-hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase
What is the purpose of measuring Non-Protein Nitrogenous Compounds (NPNs)?
To assess renal function
What is the significance of a random spot collection in microalbuminuria screening?
It is one of the methods used to collect urine samples
What is the significance of Gerhardt's ferric chloride reaction in ketone testing?
It detects acetoacetic acid
What is the acceptable range of HbA1c values?
4-6%
What is the type of sample required for HbA1c measurement?
Whole Blood
What is the formula to calculate average glucose from HbA1c result?
𝑒𝐴𝐺 (𝑚𝑔/𝑑𝐿) = 28. 7 × 𝐻𝑏𝐴1𝑐 − 46. 7
What is the method that uses ferric chloride to detect ketones?
Gerhardt's method
What is the preferred method of HbA1c measurement?
Affinity chromatography
What is the method that uses boronate groups to selectively elute glycosylated hemoglobin?
Affinity chromatography
What is measured spectrophotometrically by converting nitrogen to ammonia?
Nitrogenous compounds
What is the purpose of Nessler's reagent in measuring urea?
To react with ammonia in the presence of a pale yellow reagent
What is measured in the kinetic method of determining urea levels?
The amount of nitrogen in the blood sample
What is the normal reference range for urea levels in the blood?
6 to 20 milligrams per dL
What is the purpose of diacetyl monoxime in measuring urea levels?
To react with water resulting in hydroxylamine and diacetyl
What is the result of the reaction between diacetyl and acidified urea?
A yellow diazine derivative
Test your knowledge on diagnosing diabetes through enzymatic reactions and detecting microalbuminuria. Learn about the different methods and reagents used to identify key indicators of diabetes.
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