12 Questions
What is the primary purpose of a routine urinalysis?
A routine urinalysis is often the first test conducted if kidney problems are suspected.
What is the typical volume range for normal 24-hour urine output?
The normal 24-hour urine volume ranges between 750-2000 ml.
What is the minimum obligatory urine volume per day?
The minimum obligatory urine volume is normally about 500 ml/day.
How should the urine sample be handled if it cannot be analyzed immediately?
If the urine sample cannot be analyzed within 1-2 hours of collection, it should be refrigerated.
What is the normal color of urine due to?
The normal amber (light) yellow color of urine is due to the presence of urinary pigments (urochromes).
What is the normal odor of urine called?
The normal odor of urine is known as urinous.
What are the two main categories of causes for changed urine odor?
Physiological and pathological
What condition is indicated by a sweet (keton) odor in the urine?
Diabetes mellitus
What causes turbid (muddy) urine?
Urinary tract infection, bladder infection, presence of mucus, white blood cells, red blood cells or epithelial cells
What are the normal pH values for urine?
The normal values range from 4.6 to 8.0 (average pH 6)
What does the presence of casts in urine indicate?
Possible kidney conditions
What does the presence of microorganisms in urine sediment indicate?
Serious urinary tract infection
Test your knowledge on the procedure and examination of a urine sample, including collection, storage, and analysis techniques. Learn about the key steps involved in conducting a routine urinalysis for detecting kidney problems.
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