Biochemistry Flashcards
1
Q
what is the normal interval for GFR
A
60-120
2
Q
what is CK majorly affected by?
A
muscle mass
3
Q
what is the urinary clearance equation
A
conc of urine in plasma x volume/ duration x conc of serum urine
4
Q
what else is needed to take into account when measuring creatinine clearance?
A
age, sex, ethnicity and creating conc
5
Q
what can be measured if accurate GFR assessment is necessary?
A
Cr EDTA
6
Q
are plasma proteins normally retained in blood?
A
yes
7
Q
what level of protein would be significant of glomerular damage?
A
> 150mg/day
8
Q
WHAT IS MICROALBUMINAEMIA A SIGN OF?
A
diabetic nephropathy
9
Q
what could cause post renal problems
A
stones, obstruction
10
Q
what could cause renal problems
A
glomerulonephritis, nephrotoxins
11
Q
what can cause pre renal problems
A
blood loss and hypovolaemia
