Microscopic Examination Flashcards
What do we find in acidic urine with a pHWhen do we see ghost cells and what are their function?
In dilute (Hyposthenuria) urine
Absorb, swell, and release water rapidly
What is known as a glitter cell?
A WBC in urine
Produces a sparkling appearance
What are clue cells?
Cells indicative of vaginal infection by Gardnerella Vaginalis
What are larger than WBCs, eccentrically located, columnar/convoluted from Proximal tube, and round/oval from the distal tube?
Renal Tubular Epithelial Cells
What can increased amounts of Renal Tubular Epithelial cells cause?
Tubular Necrosis
What is the most frequent parasite encountered in the urine?
Trichomonas Vaginalis
What is the most frequently seen cast?
Hyaline Cast
What is the purpose of Sternheimer-Malbin?
Produce a pink color in Hyaline Casts
What will fatty casts exhibit under polarized light?
A Maltese cross formation
What do we find in acidic urine with a pH greater than 5.5?
Amorphous Urates
What do we find in acidic urine with a pH greater than 7.6?
Amorphous Phosphates
What is the most common form of calcium oxalate crystals?
The Dihydrate
Octahedral envelope or two joined pyramids
What does Triple Phosphate typically resemble?
Coffin Lid
What appears as a fine colorless to yellow needles that form clumps or rosettes?
Tyrosine Crystals
What appears as yellow-brown spheres that are concentric circles and have radial striations?
Leucine Crystals
