S9.1 Symptoms & Signs Of Kidney Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two main investigations for kidney disease?
A
Blood pressure and urine dipstick
2
Q
What does a urine dipstick measure and what does this indicate?
A
Nitrates - infection Leucocytes - infection Protein Blood Glucose
3
Q
List some causes of proteinuria
A
UTI, inflammation, kidney tubule damage, glomerulonephritis
4
Q
List some causes of haematuria
A
Bleeding disorders e.g sickle cell, ureter stones, bladder stone
5
Q
List some causes of high white cell count
A
Infection, glomerulonephritis, stones
