Nephrology Flashcards
1
Q
What type of kidney stones are radiolucent on x-ray
A
I can’t (c) see you (u)
Cystine and Uric acid stones
2
Q
RBC casts indicate what two things?
A
- Glomerulonephritis
- Hypertensive emergency
3
Q
What are labs in Type 4 RTA?
A
Serum potassium is high
4
Q
WBC casts in urine indicate what three things?
A
- Tubulointerstitial inflammation
- Renal transplant rejection
- Pyelonephritis
5
Q
What do fatty casts in urine indicate?How do fatty casts appear?
A
Nephrotic syndrome. Associated with Maltese cross sign.
6
Q
Describe time frame for contrast induced nephropathy?
A
Creatinine beings to rise within 24-48 hours after contrast exposure but peaks several days later
7
Q
What do hyaline casts indicate?
A
Hyaline casts are nonspecific
8
Q
What do waxy casts indicate?
A
ESRD or CKD
9
Q
Labs in Type 1 RTA and Type 2 RTA?
A
Type 1 RTA = urine pH > 5.5
Type 2 RTA = Urine pH < 5.5
