Chapter 53- Assisting In The Analysis Of Urine Flashcards
When performing a urinalysis, the medical assistant notices a sweet smell. Which diagnosis or disorder may be indicated by this scent?
A patient’s urine has a pH of 6.0. This is considered to be a(n) ___________ result.
A patient presents to the office with complaints of dysuria and frequency. Which urine sediment will be present in urine when a patient has a urinary tract infection?
There are three parts of a urinalysis—the physical, chemical, and microscopic exam. During which exam are crystals reported?
When performing a urine immunology test to confirm the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin hormone, what type of test is being performed?
Protein in the urine in detectable amounts is called
_________ are formed when protein accumulates and precipitates in the kidney tubules and is then washed into the urine.
While performing a dipstick urinalysis, greenish yellow foam appears at the top of the urine. What may this foam indicate?
Which medical term means the absence of urine?
While performing a urinalysis dipstick, the specimen is positive for protein. Which diagnosis may be present?
Which condition describes polyuria?
(EAQ)
Excessive urine output
Which amount is the minimum volume of urine in milliliters (mL) needed for a routine urinalysis?
10
Which condition is screened for by testing for the presence of glucose in the urine?
Diabetes mellitus
Which storage method is required if the urine specimen is to be tested more than an hour after collection?
Refrigerator
Which condition may be present is a pt’s urinary output is 2400 mL in 24 hours?
Polyuria
