Dipstick Flashcards
1
Q
What is a urine dipstick?
A
The quickest way to test urine - It involves dipping a specially treated paper strip into a sample of urine
2
Q
What does a urine dipstick look for?
A
3
Q
What is presence of blood on dipstick? & what does it indicate?
A
Haematuria
May be present with:
- Infection
- Cancers
- Kidney stones
- Menstruation
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Q
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5
Q
What is presence of protein on dipstick? & why may it be present?
A
Proteinuria
May be present in:
- Infection
- Kidney disease
- Pre-eclampsia
6
Q
Why may glucose be present on dipstick?
A
Diabetes
7
Q
What is presence of ketones in the urine? & why may it occur?
A
Ketonuria
Can occur with:
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Pregnancy
- Ketogenic diet
- Medication
- Steroids
- Diuretics
- Illness / disease
- Excessive alcohol consumption
8
Q
What is presence of bilirubin in the urine? & Why can it occur?
A
Bilirubinuria
Large amounts suggest:
- Problem with liver
- Haemolysis
9
Q
What does the presence of leucocyte esterase / nitrates suggest?
A
Infection
