Chemical & microscopic Flashcards
1
Q
the weight of the urine based on the amount of waste products present
A
Specific gravity (chemical)
2
Q
pH
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7 is normal
3
Q
Below 7
A
Acidic
4
Q
Above 7
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Alkaline
5
Q
may indicate a kidney problem or preeclampsia in pregnant women
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Protein
6
Q
may indicate diabetes
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Glucose
7
Q
may indicate diabetes
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Ketones
8
Q
may indicate infection, trauma, or poisoning
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Blood
9
Q
the examination of the sediment after the urine sample has been
centrifuged
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Microscopic
10
Q
Microscopic
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crystals, casts and epithelial
11
Q
the urine sample is obtained after cleaning the urinary meatus and
collecting only midstream to minimize contamination of the sample
A
Clean catch specimen
12
Q
a flexible tube is inserted through the urethra to collect urine.
A
Catheter
