kidney function

Question 1

specific gravity

Answer 1

approximate concentration of solutes present

normal range 1.015-1.025

Question 2

proteins present in urine

Answer 2

should not be
strong physical exertion
diet extremely high in protein

Question 3

alkaline pH urine

Answer 3

anemia
ulcers
alkaline drugs
antacids
urine retention

Question 4

glucose in urine

Answer 4

should not be
most common cause- diabetes mellitus
glycosuria

Question 5

ketones in urine

Answer 5

should not be
caused by incomplete metabolization of fats
ketonuria
diabetes mellitus

Question 6

hematuria

Answer 6

erythrocytes should not be found

trauma, strong physical exertion

Question 7

bilirubin in urine

Answer 7

high concentration indicated liver disease

Question 8

range of pH of urine

Answer 8

4.8 to 7.5