Importance of Urinalysis in Medical Diagnosis
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What is the primary organic component found in normal urine?

  • Chloride
  • Uric acid
  • Sodium
  • Creatinine (correct)
  • Which inorganic solute is considered a primary component in normal urine?

  • Magnesium
  • Ammonium
  • Phosphate (correct)
  • Calcium
  • What makes urine a popular specimen for testing, according to the text?

  • It contains urea as its major organic solute. (correct)
  • It provides information about minor metabolic functions.
  • It is costly to analyze in the laboratory.
  • It is hard to collect and obtain.
  • What do urea and creatinine help identify in a fluid?

    <p>Urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about urinalysis is true based on the text?

    <p>Urinalysis involves testing urine with procedures that are quick and cost-effective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended capacity for a urine collection container?

    <p>At least 50 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does urine volume regulation depend on?

    <p>Body's state of hydration and fluid intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes an increase in color, turbidity, and bacteria count in urine?

    <p>Bacterial multiplication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when there is disintegration in unpreserved urine?

    <p>Decreased RBCs and WBCs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of a breakdown of urea to ammonia in urine?

    <p>Metabolism by urease-producing bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

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