Urinalysis Topics Review for Exams

Urinalysis Minimal Requirements for Lab


I. Analyzing urine samples: Follow safe lab practices!
A. Compiling results from the dip sticks test:
1. Perform the tests on your own urine specimen (or simulated urine).
2. Perform the tests for an unknown specimen provided.

B. Interpret your results: determine whether the urine samples are normal or have any
abnormal urinary constituents.
1. Describe the significance of the physical characteristics of normal versus abnormal
urine including the following:
i. Volume
ii. Color
iii. Transparency
iv. Odor
v. pH
vi. Specific gravity

C. Document what abnormal constituents are present if any (see posters or lab manual for
examples). Explain what the presence of the following urine constituents may indicate
about the health of an individual
1. Glucose (glycosuria)
2. Albumin (albuminuria)
3. Ketone bodies (ketonuria)
4. Red blood cells (hematuria)
5. Hemoglobin (hemoglobinuria)
6. Nitrites (nitrituria)
7. Bile pigments (bilirubinuria)
8. White blood cells (pyuria)
9. Casts
10. Crystals




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