NCMA217 RLE (ACETIC TEST) Flashcards
1
Q
A test that detects the presence
of albumin/proteinsin the
urine.
A
ACETIC ACID TEST
2
Q
ACETIC ACID TEST
PROCEDURE:
A
Procedure:
- Fill the test tube of 3/4TH urine and boil the top portion
- Add 5 drops of acetic acid and
reheat.
- If cloudiness increases ,the test is
positive for albumin.
3
Q
CLEAR
A
NEG
4
Q
LOW CLEAR
A
TRACE
5
Q
LOW BLUR
A
1+
6
Q
MEDIUM BLUR
A
2+
7
Q
NEUTRAL BLUR
A
3+
8
Q
CLOUDY
A
4+
