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In acidic conditions, methyl red remains ______ or orange.
red
Bromthymol blue shifts from yellow to ______ as the pH increases.
blue
At neutral pH, bromthymol blue appears ______.
green
As the pH of methyl red rises, it turns ______ and eventually yellow.
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The sensitivity range for Multistix is pH ______ to 8.5.
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No known interferences from substances allow reagent strips to provide reliable ______ measurements.
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At pH 7, the strip shows ______ due to the mixed effects of methyl red and bromothymol blue.
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The strip turns deep blue at pH ______ as bromothymol blue reaches its maximum blue color.
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Creatinine is excreted relatively consistently for each individual, allowing for adjustments based on urine ______ variations.
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The Clinitek Microalbumin and Multistix Pro reagent strips simultaneously measure ______ and creatinine in a urine sample.
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Hydration and ______ can affect urine concentration.
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By comparing albumin excretion to creatinine excretion, the test corrects for these ______.
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The albumin low-test pad is designed to increase ______, ensuring more accurate detection of albumin.
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The ACR is particularly useful in detecting ______, an early sign of kidney damage.
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The ACR offers a more reliable evaluation of kidney health, helping clinicians identify issues early and implement appropriate ______.
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These strips use the dye ______, providing accurate measurements of albumin levels in urine.
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The Multistix Pro 10 strips can be read manually or with automated ______ instruments.
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The dye ______ allows the strips to have higher sensitivity to albumin.
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The protein-high result helps in the calculation of the Albumin/Protein: Creatine ______.
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The ______ pad on the Multistix Pro 10 strips uses the dye-binding method.
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DIDNTB strips are designed to detect ______ only.
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The use of paper treated with bis-(heptapropylene glycol) carbonate helps mitigate issues associated with highly buffered ______ urine.
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Glucose tests are crucial for detecting and monitoring ______ mellitus.
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The color progression of the reaction results in shades from pale green to ______.
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Urobilinogen is ______ measured on the Multistix Pro 10 strips.
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Falsely elevated results may occur in the presence of visibly ______ urine.
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A first-morning sample is recommended for urine collection to avoid ______.
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The reaction involving copper sulfate and creatinine forms copper-creatinine ______.
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The higher result between protein-high and protein-low is used for the ______ calculation.
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The chromogen ______ undergoes a color change as creatinine levels increase.
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Over half of the global cases of diabetes remain ______.
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As creatinine levels increase, the color changes from orange to green to ______.
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The elevation of hormones such as glucagon, epinephrine, and cortisol counteracts insulin's role and promotes glucose production by breaking down ______ stores.
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______ occurs when glucose appears in the urine without elevated blood glucose levels.
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Temporary glycosuria may occur during ______ due to a lowered renal threshold.
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The glucose oxidase method for glucose detection in urine involves a two-step ______ reaction.
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In the first step of the glucose oxidase reaction, glucose reacts with oxygen, forming gluconic acid and ______.
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The intensity of the color formed in the peroxidase reaction is proportional to the concentration of ______ present in the urine.
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For Multistix, the color change occurs from green to ______ when potassium iodide is oxidized.
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The American Diabetes Association recommends semiquantitative reporting of ______ concentrations in urine.
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Study Notes
pH Detection with Color Changes
- Methyl red is effective for measuring acidic pH levels.
- In acidic conditions (pH < 6), methyl red appears red or orange; as pH increases, it shifts to yellow.
- Bromthymol blue operates within a pH range of 6 to 9, turning yellow in neutral conditions and blue at alkaline pH levels.
- At pH ~ 6, bromthymol blue is green; as alkalinity increases, it transitions from green to blue.
- Color interpretations for specific pH levels:
- pH 5: Orange due to methyl red.
- pH 6: Yellow as methyl red changes.
- pH 7: Green due to mixed effects of methyl red and bromthymol blue.
- pH 9: Deep blue indicating highly alkaline conditions.
Urine Analysis and Reagent Strips
- Methyl red and bromthymol blue reagents used in urine testing provide reliable pH readings without known interferences from urine components.
- Multistix reagent strips measure pH from 5.0 to 8.5 in 0.5 increments, while Chemstrip extends the range to pH 5.0 to 9.0 in 1.0 increments.
Albumin and Creatinine Measurement
- Clinitek Microalbumin and Multistix Pro strips test for both albumin and creatinine in urine, adjusting for hydration levels.
- Albumin is specific and measured accurately using a dye-binding method, enhancing detection in the presence of other proteins.
- Albumin-to-creatinine ratio (ACR) is useful for:
- Detecting microalbuminuria, indicating early kidney damage, particularly in diabetic patients.
- Monitoring kidney function over time.
Albumin Reagent Strips
- Albumin strips utilize the dye DIDNTB, detecting albumin levels between 8 and 15 mg/dL, compared to conventional strips (30 mg/dL threshold).
- Specificity enhanced by excluding other proteins present in urine, reducing false positives.
- Strips exhibit a color range from pale green to aqua blue based on albumin concentration.
Creatinine Detection Methodology
- Creatinine levels are assessed via a reaction utilizing copper sulfate and creatinine, resulting in a color change from orange to green to blue.
- Multi-pad Multistix Pro strips offer tests for various substances in urine, enabling comprehensive evaluation.
- Automated reading through Clinitek devices enhances accuracy and speed of results.
Glucose Testing in Urine
- Glucose testing is critical for identifying and monitoring diabetes, commonly included in routine health screenings.
- Glucose levels can rise due to hormones that promote glycogen breakdown and insulin inhibition from conditions like stress or trauma.
- Renal glycosuria occurs when glucose appears in urine without elevated blood levels due to impaired reabsorption in renal tubules.
Glucose Detection with Reagent Strips
- Glucose oxidase method is employed for specific detection in urine, involving a two-step enzymatic reaction that produces color changes proportional to glucose concentration.
- Chromogens differ among manufacturers:
- Multistix uses potassium iodide (green to brown).
- Chemstrip utilizes tetramethylbenzidine (yellow to green).
- Results categorized semi-quantitatively from negative to 4+, indicating glucose concentrations from 100 mg/dL to 2 g/dL.
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Test your knowledge on the color changes of pH indicators like methyl red and bromthymol blue. This quiz covers their applications in determining the pH levels and their use in urine analysis, including the interpretation of reagent strip results. Get ready to enhance your understanding of acid-base chemistry!
