Lab Tests and Procedures
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What is the normal color of urine?

  • Brown
  • Colorless
  • Yellow (correct)
  • Clear

What is the purpose of measuring the specific gravity of urine?

  • To indicate if the urine is normal, diluted, or concentrated (correct)
  • To detect the presence of microorganisms in urine
  • To determine the pH of urine
  • To measure the volume of urine

What is the primary purpose of a reagent strip?

  • To determine the pH of urine
  • To measure the osmolality of urine
  • To analyze the chemical composition of urine
  • To detect the presence of microorganisms in urine (correct)

How long does it take to read the result of a reagent strip?

<p>30 seconds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is measured using a urinometer?

<p>The specific gravity of urine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the results of a reagent strip typically reported?

<p>As negative, trace, 1+, 2+, 3+, or 4+ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common urinalysis test ordered?

<p>Routine Urinalysis (UA) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who collects throat swab specimens?

<p>Physician (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be observed when handling specimens?

<p>Standard precautions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should the label be placed on the specimen container?

<p>On the container, not on the lid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included on the specimen label?

<p>Name, date and time of collection, and type/source of specimen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the C-Urea Breath Test?

<p>To detect Helicobacter pylori infection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of urease in Helicobacter pylori infection?

<p>It hydrolyzes urea into ammonia and CO2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the baseline breath sample in the C-Urea Breath Test?

<p>To provide a comparison for subsequent breath samples (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the labeled 13C urea in the C-Urea Breath Test?

<p>To label CO2 produced from urea hydrolysis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often is the patient asked to blow into the Mylar balloon during the C-Urea Breath Test?

<p>At specified intervals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using EDTA tubes in collecting peritoneal fluid?

<p>To perform cell counts and smears (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary indication for collecting sputum?

<p>To diagnose or monitor lower respiratory tract infections (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to rinse the mouth with water before collecting sputum?

<p>To reduce the risk of contamination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum volume of sputum required for laboratory testing?

<p>3-5 mL (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tube is used for culturing microorganisms from peritoneal fluid?

<p>Sterile heparinized tube (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the sputum sample be transported to the laboratory?

<p>At room temperature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of centrifuging 10-15 mL of urine in microscopic analysis?

<p>To examine the urine under the microscope (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is midstream urine collection recommended?

<p>To prevent contamination with genital secretions and bacteria (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of measuring specific gravity or creatinine in urine drug screening?

<p>To determine if the specimen is diluted (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of incubating urine on a special nutrient medium in urine culture and sensitivity?

<p>To detect the presence of bacteria (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum bacterial count required to confirm a UTI?

<p>100,000 cfu/mL (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to transport urine specimens promptly to the laboratory?

<p>To ensure accurate test results (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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