Urinary Flashcards
1
Q
What are 4 types of Nitrogenous Wastes?
A
Ammonia, Urea, Uric Acid, Creatinine
2
Q
What is the origin of creatinine?
A
Creatine Phosphate.
3
Q
What is the origin of ammonia?
A
Amino acids.
4
Q
What is the function of Urea?
A
Balances osmolarity
5
Q
Catabolism of Nucleic acid causes
A
Uric Acid
6
Q
What are normal BUN levels?
A
10 to 20 mg/dL
7
Q
What is azotemia, what can it suggest?
A
Elevated BUN levels, may suggest renal insufficiency
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