Urinalysis Flashcards
1
Q
glucose
A
should not be detected
2
Q
protein
A
should not be detected (<0/15g/day)
anything above trace indicates proteinurea
3
Q
pH
A
4.8-7.5
or 4.6-8
4
Q
Specific Gravity
A
1.005-1.030
5
Q
ketones
A
should be negative, but low pH can give a false positive of “trace”
6
Q
blood
A
should not register
may be present if menstruation or external skin damage
7
Q
bilirubin
A
should be negative
OTC selenium and pyridium can cause false positives
8
Q
WBCs
A
0-4
9
Q
albumin
A
0-0.8
albumin is a protein - elevation is a sign of kidney damage
