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What factors are associated with the presence of crystals in fresh urine?
What factors are associated with the presence of crystals in fresh urine?
- pH, solute concentration, temperature (correct)
- Solute concentration, color, odor
- pH, protein content, time of day
- Temperature, protein content, color
What is the characteristic appearance of amorphous urates in urine sediment?
What is the characteristic appearance of amorphous urates in urine sediment?
- Dull, brownish crystals
- Clear and colorless crystals
- Sharp, needle-like crystals
- Fluffy orange or pink sediment (correct)
What do abnormal crystals generally require before being reported to the physician?
What do abnormal crystals generally require before being reported to the physician?
- Confirmation (correct)
- Heating
- Microscopic examination
- Dilution
What do uric acid crystals turn into after adding acetic acid?
What do uric acid crystals turn into after adding acetic acid?
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What condition is associated with an increase in amorphous urates in urine sediment?
What condition is associated with an increase in amorphous urates in urine sediment?
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