Menstrual Blood Analysis
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What is considered an abnormal finding in urine microscopy for RBCs?

  • >5 RBCs/HPF (correct)
  • 3-5 RBCs/HPF
  • No RBCs/HPF
  • 1-3 RBCs/HPF

    • The presence of leukocyte esterase is the most specific finding for diagnosing a UTI.

    False

    What does the presence of bacteria in urine usually indicate?

    A urinary tract infection (UTI)

    The presence of __________ is the most specific finding for diagnosing a UTI.

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

    Match the following conditions with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Chronic interstitial nephritis = Long-term kidney inflammation Interstitial cystitis = Chronic pelvic pain and urinary urgency Intra-abdominal inflammatory process = Infection near the gastrointestinal tract Contamination with vaginal secretions = False positive results in urine tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about urinary microscopy is correct?

    <p>Negative leukocyte esterase and nitrites rule out a UTI.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could poor collection technique lead to in urine microscopy?

    <p>Presence of bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    WBCs in urine microscopy are always indicative of a urinary tract infection.

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

    What may low serum bicarbonate levels indicate?

    <p>Renal failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Antinuclear antibodies are commonly found in patients with chronic heart failure.

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

    What is the primary purpose of a renal biopsy?

    <p>To establish a diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Antibodies to GBM are associated with _____ syndrome.

    <p>Goodpasture's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT an indication for a renal biopsy?

    <p>Isolated low-grade proteinuria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thrombocytopenia is a contraindication for performing a renal biopsy.

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

    Name one laboratory analysis that should be performed when low serum albumin is found in a patient.

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

    Match the following conditions with their related antibodies:

    <p>SLE = Antinuclear antibodies Goodpasture's syndrome = Antibodies to GBM Glomerulonephritis = ANCAs Systemic vasculitis = Antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ultrasound finding is indicative of grade IV hydronephrosis?

    <p>Narrow margin of renal parenchyma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A renal cyst appears as a thick-walled, echogenic lesion on ultrasound.

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

    What should be assessed in patients with visible and non-visible haematuria?

    <p>Hypertension and family history of renal disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the resistivity index threshold that may indicate certain renal diseases?

    <blockquote> <p>0.7</p> </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

    A family history of renal disease is irrelevant when assessing patients with haematuria.

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

    Ultrasound findings in CKD show increased echogenicity with altered __________ differentiation.

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

    Match the ultrasound findings with their significance:

    <p>Doppler Imaging = Assess blood flow in renal vessels Increased Parenchymal Echogenicity = Characteristic of chronic kidney disease Posterior Acoustic Enhancement = Indicates fluid-filled lesions Operator Dependence = Results less clear in obese patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common diagnostic approach to evaluating edema?

    <p>Assessing hydrostatic pressure, oncotic pressure, capillary permeability, and lymphatic obstruction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which describes the appearance of a renal cyst as observed on ultrasound?

    <p>Anechoic with posterior acoustic enhancement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Increased hydrostatic pressure can lead to _____.

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

    Ultrasound is not useful in differentiating chronic kidney disease from acute kidney injury.

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

    Match the conditions to their corresponding causes of edema:

    <p>Kidney failure = Increased hydrostatic pressure Malnutrition = Decreased oncotic pressure Cirrhosis = Increased capillary permeability DVT = Venous obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common cause of chronic edema?

    <p>Acute salt load</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main limitation of renal ultrasound imaging mentioned in the context of obese patients?

    <p>Operator dependence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sepsis is considered a misc. cause of edema.

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

    What should be considered for further investigation in the presence of certain features in patients with haematuria?

    <p>Referral to nephrology and consideration of renal biopsy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is oliguria commonly associated with in middle-aged or elderly men?

    <p>Benign or malignant enlargement of the prostate gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Polyuria is defined as a urine volume in excess of 2 L/24 hrs.

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

    What measurement may help confirm the severity of polyuria?

    <p>24-hour urine collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The presence of nocturnal ______ suggests a pathological cause.

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

    Match the following conditions with their relevant definitions:

    <p>Oliguria = Low urine output Anuria = Absence of urine output Polyuria = Excessive urine output Urinary retention = Inability to empty the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Urinalysis and UTI Diagnosis

    • WBCs in urine are quantified as the number of cells per high power field; more than 5 RBCs/HPF is abnormal.
    • Presence of bacteria in urine microscopy typically indicates a UTI, but in asymptomatic cases, may result from poor collection technique.
    • Nitrites are the most specific and predictive indicator for diagnosing UTIs; leukocyte esterase, WBCs, and bacteria lack specificity.

    Serum Biochemical Findings

    • Low serum bicarbonate may indicate renal failure or renal tubular acidosis.
    • Low serum albumin can suggest liver disease, malnutrition, or nephrotic syndrome if a new finding.

    Immunology and Renal Disease

    • Antinuclear antibodies and anti-double-stranded DNA antibodies can indicate renal disease related to systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
    • Antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCAs) are linked to glomerulonephritis due to systemic vasculitis.

    Renal Biopsy Indications

    • Recommended for cases of acute or chronic kidney injury with uncertain etiology, nephrotic syndrome unresponsive to treatment, and renal transplant dysfunction.
    • Rarely indicated for isolated hematuria or low-grade proteinuria without renal function impairment.

    Contraindications for Renal Biopsy

    • Disordered coagulation or thrombocytopenia complicates procedure and visualization of renal parenchyma.

    Renal Cysts on Ultrasound

    • Ultrasound findings of thin-walled, anechoic lesions with posterior acoustic enhancement indicate a renal cyst.

    Ultrasound in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) vs Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

    • CKD may appear as increased parenchymal echogenicity and loss of corticomedullary differentiation on ultrasound.
    • Doppler imaging assesses blood flow; a resistivity index > 0.7 can suggest acute tubular necrosis or transplant rejection.

    Edema Pathophysiology

    • Edema caused by increased hydrostatic pressure, decreased oncotic pressure, increased capillary permeability, or lymphatic obstruction.
    • Common causes include kidney failure, heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, cirrhosis, and certain medications.

    Oliguria Considerations

    • Bladder enlargement in older men may suggest prostatic enlargement as a cause of oliguria or anuria.
    • Post-anesthesia urinary retention risks may be heightened in those with pre-existing prostatic issues.

    Polyuria Definition and Investigation

    • Polyuria is defined as urine excretion exceeding 3 liters in 24 hours.
    • Investigations include measuring urea, creatinine, electrolytes, and conducting 24-hour urine collections for severity assessment. Nocturnal polyuria suggests a pathological cause.

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