Physical Examination Flashcards
1
Q
What is the normal color of urine?
A
Pale Yellow
Yellow
Dark yellow
Amber
2
Q
What is responsible for the yellow color of urine?
A
Urochrome Pigment
3
Q
What can cause urine to turn brown after several hours?
A
The oxidation of Hemoglobin to Methemoglobin
4
Q
What does brown/black urine contain that causes its color?
A
Melanin
Homogentisic
