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What is the primary purpose of urine collection and analysis in medical laboratory technology?
What is the primary purpose of urine collection and analysis in medical laboratory technology?
- To evaluate heart function
- To provide insight into a patient's metabolic and physiological state (correct)
- To measure blood pressure
- To assess bone density
Which urine collection method minimizes contamination from the external genitalia?
Which urine collection method minimizes contamination from the external genitalia?
- Random urine sampling
- Catheterization
- Clean-catch midstream urine collection (correct)
- 24-hour urine collection
During urine collection, what should a patient do after starting to urinate?
During urine collection, what should a patient do after starting to urinate?
- Urinate into the collection container from the start
- Collect urine during the midstream portion of urination (correct)
- Immediately stop the urine flow
- Use a non-sterile container
The presence of which substance in urine can indicate diabetes mellitus?
The presence of which substance in urine can indicate diabetes mellitus?
What is the purpose of the antiseptic wipe during urine collection preparation?
What is the purpose of the antiseptic wipe during urine collection preparation?
Which urine component can indicate kidney disease during analysis?
Which urine component can indicate kidney disease during analysis?
What kind of urine examination involves measuring physical properties and identifying chemical components?
What kind of urine examination involves measuring physical properties and identifying chemical components?
Which disorder is detected by the presence of blood in the urine?
Which disorder is detected by the presence of blood in the urine?
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Study Notes
Urine Collection Process
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Clean-catch midstream urine collection: The preferred method for collecting urine samples to minimize contamination from the external genitalia.
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Procedure Steps:
- Preparation: Patient washes hands and cleanses genital area with antiseptic wipe.
- Collection Container: A sterile container is used to collect urine.
- Initial Stream: Patient begins urinating into the toilet to flush out contaminants from the urethra.
- Midstream Collection: Patient collects urine into the container during the midportion of urination.
- Completion: Patient finishes urinating into the toilet.
Purpose of Proper Collection
- Ensures that the collected sample primarily consists of urine from the bladder.
- Prevents the introduction of bacteria or foreign substances.
- Contributes to accurate results in urine analysis.
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