Urinalysis Flashcards
Major four parts of urinary system
2 kidneys, 2 ureters, bladder, and urethra
What species has a lobulated kidney?
Bovine
What species has a right heart shaped kidney?
Equine
What two hormones control the volume of urine?
ADH (pituitary gland)
Aldosterone (adrenal cortex)
When is the best time to get a urine sample?
1st in morning
What part of the stream is best?
Midstream
Never express a bladder in animals that have what?
Obstructed urethra
What is best collection method for bacterial culture?
Cystocentesis
Urine should be analyzed with what time frame?
30m-1hr
Urine can be refrigerated up to how long?
6-12hrs
What is the normal daily output of urine for cats and dogs?
20-40ml/kg
Polyuria =
Low SpG
Oliguria =
High SpG
URINE
Yellow-amber
Normal
URINE
dark yellow
High SpG
URINE
Light color
Low SpG
URINE
Green
Bile pigments
URINE
Red/brown
Hematuria or hemoglobinuria